Faculty of Community Leadership & Advocacy
About This Faculty
The Faculty of Community Leadership & Advocacy at the Global Public Health Credentialing Board Inc. (GPHCB) prepares learners to become effective community leaders, advocates, organizers, and change agents who can respond to real-world challenges with courage, strategy, compassion, and practical skill.
This faculty focuses on the knowledge and leadership competencies needed to strengthen communities, mobilize stakeholders, support public health action, promote equity, and advocate for policies and programs that improve lives. Learners explore community organizing, civic engagement, advocacy strategy, leadership ethics, social justice, communication, partnership building, and sustainable community development.
- 95% Graduate Employment Rate
- 120+ Undergraduate Programs
- Students from 60+ Countries
Meet Our Leadership
Learn from experienced academics and industry professionals.
Frazier B Beatty PhD, MPH, CHES, DEI
President, GPHCB
Public Health
Business Management and Administration
Dr. Frazier Beatty, founder of GPHCB, is an Assistant Professor and Director of the online MPH Program at Regis College, and a retired US Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant with 28 years of logistics experience. His military discipline and operational expertise inform his public health approach, with scholarly work spanning Telehealth, HIV, STIs, Social Determinants of Health, and Obesity research.
Amom Tor-Anyiin, RPh, PhD
Pharmacoepidemiology Expert
pharmacoepidemiology
Public Health
Dr. Amom Tor-Anyiin is a practicing pharmacist in the USA and a public health professional with global experience in public health and health system management. His experience cut across different international non-governmental organizations in providing technical leadership in procurement and supply chain management for different health programs, including malaria, HIV, Reproductive Health, and Family Planning. Research interests include antimicrobial stewardship, HIV epidemiology, pharmacoepidemiology, and health system strengthening. Countries where he has worked include Tanzania, Switzerland, South Sudan, Nigeria, Sudan, Canada, Kenya, and the USA.
Hadi Danawi, PhD, MPH
Professor of Epidemiology
Epidemiology
Global Public Health
Dr. Danawi, Ph.D., is a Professor of Epidemiology with 25+ years of experience and over 200 publications. His expertise spans Public Health Planning, Environmental Health, and Global Public Health. He is actively involved in remote consulting, higher education programs (online and in-person), and clinical trial design and management.
Terah Tessier PhD, MSc
Global Public Health Expert
Health Policy
Community Health
Terah Tessier PhD, MSc., is a Professor of Public Health with extensive expertise in global health, policy, and community impact. She combines rigorous scholarship with practical leadership to advance public health education and practice. Her work is dedicated to strengthening communities, promoting health equity, and developing future public health leaders
Gabriella Kőrösi, PhD, RN, MN
Public Health Expert
Community Health
Mental Health
Dr. Gabriella Kőrösi, Ph.D., is a public health and nursing expert with extensive experience in community health, mental health, and substance abuse treatment. She has served in clinical, educational, and leadership roles, including as a Substance Abuse Treatment Program RN at the Veterans Administration and nursing educator at multiple colleges.
Gayle D. Jones, PhD, MPH, CHES
Associate Professor
Community Health
Health Policy & Research
Dr. Gayle D. Jones is an Associate Professor and Department Chair with extensive experience in public health education, community health, and maternal and child health. Her career spans leadership roles from Senior Health Educator to State Director for Children’s Health, combining research, policy, and practice to advance quality public health education and community impact.
Popular Study Areas
Learn from experienced academics and industry professionals.
Community Leadership Foundations
Introduction to the principles of community leadership, service, ethical decision-making, civic responsibility, and local problem-solving.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate
Advocacy and Policy Change
Study of advocacy strategies, policy influence, stakeholder engagement, civic participation, and practical approaches to advancing community priorities.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate
Community Organizing and Mobilization
Training in how to organize communities, build trust, mobilize volunteers, support collective action, and lead grassroots initiatives.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate / Postgraduate
Leadership Ethics and Social Responsibility
Exploration of ethical leadership, accountability, service, equity, inclusion, responsible decision-making, and values-based community impact.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate / Postgraduate
Public Health Advocacy
Training in advocacy approaches that support disease prevention, health equity, community wellness, access to care, health education, and public health systems improvement.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate / Postgraduate
Coalition Building and Stakeholder Engagement
Development of skills for building partnerships, coordinating stakeholders, managing relationships, and creating shared action across organizations and communities.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate / Postgraduate
Conflict Resolution and Community Mediation
Training in communication, negotiation, conflict management, listening, mediation, and practical tools for resolving challenges in community and organizational settings.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Postgraduate
Nonprofit and Volunteer Leadership
Preparation for leading volunteers, supporting nonprofit programs, managing service initiatives, coordinating outreach, and strengthening mission-driven organizations.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate
Social Impact Program Design
Applied study of how to design, implement, and evaluate community initiatives that address social needs and create measurable impact.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate
Faith-Based and Community Outreach Leadership
Training for leaders working through churches, mission organizations, community coalitions, and faith-based health or service programs.
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Postgraduate
Social Determinants of Health
Study of social, economic, and environmental factors that impact health outcomes and community well-being
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate
Emergency Preparedness & Response
Preparation for managing public health emergencies, disaster response, and crisis intervention strategies
- Weeks: 12+
- Level: Undergraduate
Research & Innovation
Our faculty is actively engaged in research that addresses real-world challenges and drives innovation across industries.
Beyond Classroom Learning
Students gain hands-on experience through internships, workshops, and real-world projects, preparing them for successful careers.
Hear from Our Students and Alumni
Discover how GPHCB has empowered students to thrive in their academic and career journeys.
Devon Lane
"Joining this platform exceeded my expectations. The Community Public Health and Leadership programs were highly practical and well-structured, covering essential areas such as community health systems, health communication, and social entrepreneurship. What stood out most was how the learning was grounded in real-world community challenges, making it easy to apply immediately in my own setting. The instructors brought deep field experience, and the modules strengthened my confidence in leading community-based health initiatives. I especially appreciated the focus on practical leadership and building sustainable" impact at the community level
Daniel Tran
"As a learner in the program, I can confidently say this platform equipped me with the practical skills I needed to make real impact in my community. The curriculum was well-structured and highly practical, with a strong balance between foundational knowledge and hands-on application. I especially valued the opportunity to work through real community health scenarios and project-based learning that deepened my understanding of public health practice, community engagement, and sustainable development"
Mike Phys
“As a learner in this program, I can confidently say this platform gave me the tools I need to create meaningful impact in community health. The curriculum was practical and well-structured, with a strong balance between foundational knowledge and hands-on application. I especially valued the opportunity to work on real-world community health and development projects that deepened my understanding and strengthened my ability to design and support effective community-based solutions.”
Start Your Journey With Us
Join a faculty committed to developing leaders who can serve communities, advocate for equity, build partnerships, and create measurable social impact.Whether your goal is to lead a nonprofit, support public health advocacy, mobilize community groups, strengthen civic participation, or design programs that improve lives, the Faculty of Community Leadership & Advocacy provides the knowledge, tools, and applied learning opportunities to help you move forward.
Learn From Around the World
Study with expert faculty and peers from different countries, bringing global knowledge into every classroom.
About Us
At Global Public Health Credentialing Boards Inc., we believe education has the power to connect people and transform lives. By bringing together students from different cultures and backgrounds, we foster a truly international learning experience.
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