Johns Hopkins University/Al-Quds University
Partnership for Public Health Training
State:
Maryland
Country:
West Bank/Gaza
Award Date:
2000
Award Amount:
$100,000.00
Cost Share:
$48,042.00
Other Partners:
This partnership responded to the need for public health training in the West Bank and Gaza through curriculum development, skill enhancement, operational research, and practical training. The partners reviewed the health services management curriculum at Al-Quds University (AQU) and suggested key textbooks. Partners also collaborated on research topics based on Palestinian needs, including genetic disorders related to con-sanguineous marriage and injuries. These research topics helped develop and promote ongoing communication and collaboration between Johns Hopkins University and AQU. The partners upgraded the existing technical capability at two AQU campuses (Gaza and Al-Beireh). These upgrades included buying four compu-ters and three printers, establishing a local network at Al-Beireh campus, and installing a wireless Internet connection at Gaza.