Strand 3: The Reality of a Whole Systems Approach
Putting whole systems thinking into practice
About This Strand
This strand moves from theory to practice. We examine what applying a whole systems approach actually looks like in real public health settings — the enablers, barriers, stakeholder dynamics, and lessons learned from case examples. This strand is grounded in the lived experience of practitioners.
The full lecture has been divided into seven short segments, ranging from around 3 to 10 minutes each. Each segment ends with a knowledge check to consolidate your understanding.
Segments
| Segment | Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Introduction and agenda | ~3 min |
| Part 2 | Framing, language and communications | ~10 min |
| Part 3 | Mapping and workshops | ~8 min |
| Part 4 | Community engagement | ~4 min |
| Part 5 | Driving commitment | ~4 min |
| Part 6 | Progress so far | ~5 min |
| Part 7 | Learning | ~5 min |
Tip
Work through the segments in order — each builds on the previous one. You can return to individual segments for revision at any time.