NYU Applied Global Public Health Initative

The Applied Global Public Health Initiative (AGPHI) is a student-run organization based in New York City. Composed of both undergraduate and graduate students, AGPHI is overseen by Dr. Chris Dickey and employs 32 people. AGPHI focuses on project-based global public health research in partnership with a variety of organizations, ranging from small NGOs to ministries of health and larger UN agencies. Their mission is to create better health circumstances in New York City and beyond by collaborating with external partners to develop innovative solutions to public health challenges. The organization frequently hosts renowned guest speakers to discuss creative solutions to public health issues worldwide. AGPHI's overarching research initiatives concentrate on addressing global public health challenges that require practical, applied approaches to problem-solving. The Applied Global Public Health Initiative (AGPHI) can be reached through their website, agphinyu.com.