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The Deakin Institute for Health Transformation at Deakin University combines the expertise of more than 350 researchers working across public health, policy and health systems; clinical and acute care research; equity, disability and inclusion; preventive health, food systems and chronic conditions; research translation, evaluation, sustainability, co-design and lived experience engagement.
We aim to activate healthy populations and communities, innovate health service delivery and design, empower consumers as advocates for health system change, and drive equity in health and care.
Our strategy
The Deakin Institute for Health Transformation was established in 2018 to drive translational research in health systems that supports evidence-informed policy and practice change leading to improved patient experience, population health and health system sustainability.
This strategy builds on our achievements since 2018, reflects consultation feedback and outlines the objectives we will strive for in pursuing our vision to enhance health and wellbeing for all.
Conceptual overview of our strategy
What is our point of difference?
The Deakin Institute for Health Transformation:
- Tackles complex health challenges by converging diverse perspectives and disciplines
- Delivers impact for our local partners and the global context
- Focuses on reducing inequality in health outcomes, including recognition of the importance of intersectionality
- Nurtures deep and long-standing partnerships with multiple health and community services organisations
- Embeds the principles of participatory design and co-creation to ensure our research aligns with the needs of our partners and consumers.
Our values
Our values reflect what we believe and guide our actions.
Collaborative
We believe relationships are foundational to our success and key to maximising the impact of our research.
Integrity
We are honest and open in our work and how we deal with others (aligned to the Deakin value of Ethical).
Equity
We recognise disparities exist and actively seek to improve health and wellbeing in those with greatest need.
Excellent (also Deakin value)
We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work.
Inclusive (also Deakin value)
We value diversity, embrace difference and seek to engage and welcome all.
Dynamic (also Deakin value)
We are innovative and entrepreneurial, solving problems with creativity and flexibility.