HIPNet - Health Information and Publications Network

Health Information and Publications Network (HIPNet) is a mission-driven partnership that addresses a key public health need for access to technical health information and innovative information technologies that strengthen the performance and sustainability of health care programs, organizations, and services around the world. HIPNet facilitates collaboration among organizations that produce and disseminate print and electronic information in the field of international health. Through quarterly meetings, bi-annual conferences, an online resource center, an email forum and other activities, HIPNet ensures that member investments in health information materials and technologies are efficient, effective, and widely used. HIPNet is funded by the United States Agency for International Development.

The next Health and Information Publications Network (HIPNet) meeting will be January 19, 2012 at FHI 360 in Washington, DC. Please join us for an optional, informal brown-bag lunch at 12 noon followed by the meeting that begins promptly at 1pm. FHI360 is located in Dupont Circle (red line metro). Please use the 1875 Connecticut Avenue entrance (same building as PRB), eighth floor. Speakers include:

Neil Pakenham-Walsh is the coordinator of the Health Information for All - HIFA2015 campaign and co-director of the Global Healthcare Information Network. Neil will be speaking about HIFA2015, a global campaign and knowledge network administered by the Global Healthcare Information Network, a non-profit organisation working to improve the quality of health care in developing countries. www.hifa2015.org

David Alexander, Administrator of K4Health PhotoShare, a leading editorial photography collection showcasing international health programs in action and the people they serve. Developed exclusively for nonprofit educational use, Photoshare’s collection includes over 17,000 images available free-of-charge upon request. photoshare.org

We’ll also have time to share new publications, go over the minutes from the last meeting – an UnMeeting where we discussed Social Media, and other announcements from the group. If you have other items for the agenda, please let us know. The agenda and information on how to participate virtually will be sent in early January. No need to RSVP, just come join us, and bring your lunch!

HIPNet Co-Chairs