About health policy at IHES

Learn more about the Health Policy team at IHES.

Read about our mission and our staff, and discover the Australian Health Policy Collaboration (AHPC): an initiative that brings together health organisations and chronic-disease experts to drive progress in preventing and reducing chronic disease. 

Our mission

The Health Policy team’s mission is to inform and influence the development of public policy, through the translation and application of evidence, to improve health outcomes in Australia. This includes a strong focus on chronic disease prevention, health system improvements and reducing health inequities related to socioeconomic disadvantage.

Analyse evidence

We analyse data and evidence to identify key health issues in Australia and develop policy solutions.

Support debate

We support and inform public discussion regarding Australia’s health challenges and opportunities. 

Advise policymakers

We assist and advise policymakers in implementing reform by providing evidence-backed recommendations.