About APRU
As a network of leading universities linking the Americas, Asia, and Australasia, the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) brings together thought leaders, researchers, and policy-makers to exchange ideas and collaborate on practical solutions to the challenges of the 21st century.
The Association leverages its members’ collective education and research capabilities into the international public policy process. In the post-pandemic era, its strategic priorities focus on:
1. Providing a neutral platform for high-level policy dialogue;
2. Exploring innovative solutions for a sustainable future; and
3. Supporting diversity, inclusion, and minorities.
APRU’s primary activities support these strategic priorities, focusing on critical areas such as disaster risk reduction, women in leadership, indigenous knowledge, virtual student exchange, population aging, global health, biodiversity, sustainable cities, artificial intelligence, waste management, and more.
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About APRU Global Health Programme
Health is integral to building stable and sustainable societies. In an era of globalization, health determinants, risks, and outcomes cannot be geographically confined. In today’s ever-closer world, health policies have local, regional, and global implications.
By facilitating collaboration and enhancing regional dialogue, the APRU Global Health Programme hosted by the University of Southern California, works to bridge health divides, promoting and protecting population health and meeting shared health challenges. The Global Health Programme strives to meet the evolving needs of future Global Health leaders to better respond to the world’s rapidly evolving health trends. By leveraging the APRU network, the Hub develops innovative activities and opportunities that complement student learning—from case competitions to internships to collaborations with senior researchers from around the world.
The JC School of Public Health and Primary Care (SPHPC) at CUHK is a committed and active member of the Global Health Programme. Prof. Martin Wong from SPHPC serves on the Programme’s Advisory Group, providing strategic guidance and expert advice on its overall direction. In addition, Prof. Jason Junjie Huang and Prof. Claire Chenwen Zhong from SPHPC serve as Co-Chairs of the Programme’s Non-Communicable Diseases Working Group, contributing their expertise to advance global efforts in tackling chronic health challenges.