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Uses interactive case-based and problem-based strategies to provide a 360 degree perspective on the challenges that typically undermine PHC strengthening, from articulating the relationship between PHC and the rest of the health system to measuring the impact of PHC. Equips students to develop pragmatic strategies that can address inequity in health systems, and promotes inclusion within public health programs through the use of primary health care strategies. Addresses multiple aspects of PHC strengthening from building coalitions to support primary health care, to engaging communities in the delivery of PHC services, to the use of implementation research to fine tune PHC strategies. Focuses on genuine country experiences and problems this seminar draws upon relevant bodies of theory from health systems, social and behavioral theory, social epidemiology, social justice and political science to craft practical strategies to strengthen PHC across the world.