Webinar: Engaging the Media

About the Webinar

In today's fast-paced information landscape, effective media engagement is essential for researchers aiming to translate their work into real-world policy and practice. This webinar is part of the Simplifying Science webinar series organised by the Sustaining the African Health Initiative Community of Practice (AHI CoP) Project Secretariat at the Regional Institute for Population Studies (RIPS)

The webinar aims to equip participants with tools and strategies to engage confidently and credibly with the media. Whether it’s an interview, press release, or opinion editorial, learn how to communicate research findings clearly, accurately, and compellingly to reach wider audiences and influence change.

Objectives:

1. To provide insight into the media landscape and its role in translating research into policy and practice.
2. To build capacity for developing effective communication strategies to simplify complex research findings without losing accuracy.
3. To share practical tips for media interviews, writing for public audiences, and collaborating with journalists.

Date: Wednesday 23rd July 2025

Time: 13:00 GMT

Speaker: Dr. Niagia Santuah

Registration link https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/bd9cde07-bf98-43da-9eeb-299ccccd9fc3@941bbf5f-f2c0-4875-a24c-6907865d251a

About the Speaker

Dr. Niagia Santuah is the Acting Dean of the Faculty of Culture and Development Studies at the Millar Institute (MITDS) in Bolgatanga. He also serves as an adjunct professor at the School of Public Health of C.K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences and the School of Public Health, University for Development. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Languages (French & Kiswahili), a Graduate Degree in Communication Studies (Journalism & Public Relations), a Master of Governance and Leadership, and a terminal degree in Culture and Development Studies. He is a communication scientist and food systems analyst, driving evidence-based decision making through innovative learning and experimentation. Leveraging 25+ years of experience in West Africa, spanning teaching, research, capacity building, project management, and development communication, he has a proven track record in implementation science and ecosystems analysis, with a depth of expertise in health service operations for last mile communities. He is an award-winning journalist of international standing, widely published in reputable journalistic, development, and scientific peer-reviewed journals. He is currently working with the African Health Initiative Community of Practice as a Communications and Dissemination Expert leading the translation of research outputs for policy and practice.