About the Summer Program
Over a five-day period, the Summer Program will bring together practitioners, policymakers, advocates and leading academics in global health to learn the foundations of global health law and governance.
Participants will explore such cutting-edge issues as:
- International trade and health
- The International Health Regulations
- The Framework Convention on Tobacco Control
- Health and human rights
- Non-communicable diseases
The Summer Program will provide an excellent opportunity for professional development and networking in an inter-disciplinary setting.
About the O’Neill Institute
The O’Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law at Georgetown University was established in 2007 through the generous philanthropy of Linda and Timothy O’Neill to respond to the need for innovative solutions to the most pressing national and international health concerns. Housed at Georgetown University Law Center in Washington D.C., the O’Neill Institute reflects the importance of public and private law in health policy analysis. The O’Neill Institute draws upon the University’s considerable intellectual resources, including the School of Medicine, School of Nursing & Health Studies, the Public Policy Institute, and the Kennedy Institute of Ethics.
Courses
The O’Neill Institute Summer Program on Global Health Law and Governance is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in global health law and governance. We will critically consider issues and themes central to this emerging field in order to equip tomorrow’s leaders in global health.
Monday, June 18, 2012
On Day 1, we will provide context for the week’s coursework by giving an overview of global health law and governance, international law and international organizations, as well as an introduction to national health law and comparative health systems. Sessions will include:
- Global Health Governance
- National and Global Health Law
- International Law and International Organizations in Global Health
- Comparative Health Systems
** Welcome Reception
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
On Day 2, we will continue by looking at the role of various institutions and actors in global health with an interactive roundtable discussion. We will also explore the linkages between health and other international concerns, including international trade and security. Sessions will include:
- International Trade and Global Health
- The World Trade Organization and Access to Medicines
- Health and Security
- Roundtable on Actors and Institutions in Contemporary Global Health Governance
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
On Day 3, we will consider the complex international legal regimes that are emerging to address the governance of communicable diseases and related issues. This day will also focus on the intersection between international trade and communicable disease control. We will end the day with a session on the significance of international human rights law in global health governance with a particular focus on human rights issues in communicable disease control. Sessions will include:
- An Introduction and Overview of the International Health Regulations
- International Trade Law and the International Health Regulations: The SPS Agreement
- The Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Framework
- The Significance of Human Rights in Global Health Governance
Thursday, June 21, 2012
On Day 4, we will continue our discussion on human rights with a case study on health workers and international humanitarian law. We will also host a global HIV/AIDS roundtable to discuss cutting edge issues related to HIV/AIDS. We will host a panel on careers in global health and conclude with a discussion on U.S. global health policy. Sessions will include:
- Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law: Case Study on Health Workers
- Global HIV/AIDS Roundtable
- U.S. Global Health Policy
** Farewell Dinner and Reception
Friday, June 22, 2012
On Day 5, we will explore the legal response to the rising challenge of non-communicable diseases. The day will begin with an in-depth look at the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control. We will then examine issues related to obesity and alcohol. We will conclude with a discussion on new developments and emerging trends in global health law. Sessions will include:
- The Framework Convention on Tobacco Control
- The Global Challenge of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs): Next Steps
- Panel Discussion: The Role of Legal Instruments in Global Governance of NCDs
- New Developments in Global Health Law
The Summer Program is co-directed by Professors Lawrence Gostin and Allyn Taylor. The faculty of the Summer Program consists of other leading global health law experts from the O'Neill Institute, international institutions, such as the World Health Organization, World Trade Organization, academia, and legal practice.
Co-Directors
Lawrence O. Gostin, an internationally acclaimed scholar, is University Professor, Georgetown University’s highest academic rank conferred by the University President. Prof. Gostin directs the O’Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law and was the Founding O’Neill Chair in Global Health Law. He served as Associate Dean for Research at Georgetown Law from 2004 to 2008. He is Professor of Medicine at Georgetown University, Professor of Public Health at the Johns Hopkins University, and Director of the Center for Law & the Public’s Health at Johns Hopkins and Georgetown Universities. See Full Bio »
Allyn Taylor, JD, LL.M., J.S.D., joined Georgetown University Law Center as a Visiting Professor of Law in 2007. She is also an adjunct professor of international relations at the Johns Hopkins University Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies. With almost twenty years of experience as a scholar and practitioner in the field, Dr. Taylor is recognized as a leading authority in global health law. See Full Bio »
Faculty
O’Neill Institute Lecturers
- Oscar A. Cabrera
Institute Director, Visiting Professor of Law - Mark Dybul
Co-Director, Global Health Law Program; Distinguished Visiting Scholar - Benn McGrady
Project Director of the Trade, Investment and Health Initiative
Adjunct Professor of Law
External Lecturers
We are delighted that the following renowned guest lecturers have confirmed their participation in the O’Neill Institute Summer Program:
- Gian Luca Burci, World Health Organization
- Simon Chapman, University of Sydney
- George Hacker, Center for Science in the Public Interest
- Laurent Huber, Framework Convention Alliance
- David Jernigan, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
- Kelley Lee, Simon Fraser University, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
- Madeleine McDonough, Shook Hardy & Bacon, LLP
- Matthew Myers, Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids
- Eduardo Pisani, International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations
- Arnold Rosoff, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
- Leonard Rubenstein, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
- Jayashree Watal, World Trade Organization
- Peg Willingham, United Nations Foundation
- Derek Yach, PepsiCo
Program Details
How to Apply
Registration is now open. Please go to the Apply tab at this time to complete the online application.
Tuition
Tuition is 2000 USD. This covers costs associated with the course and learning materials. It does not cover travel and accommodation costs or other living expenses.
International Participants: Visa Information
Please note that it is the participant’s responsibility to apply for a visa if necessary.
Travel & Housing
Participants must arrange for their own travel and housing. For more information regarding accommodation options, please visit http://www.law.georgetown.edu/reslife/.
A short list of area hotels can be found below. Please contact them directly for rates and availability.
- The Liaison Hotel (202) 638-1616
- Hyatt Regency Washington (202) 737-1234
- Hotel George (202) 347-4200
Georgetown Law is located by Capitol Hill and is accessible on the Red Line by both Union Station and Judiciary Square Metro stops. See www.wmata.com for more information.
Certificate of Attendance
Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance from Georgetown University Law Center upon completion of the Summer Program.
Cancellation Policy
Please note that registration cancellations and requests for refunds must be received in writing to summerprogram@courtesyassoc.com by Friday, May 18, 2012. All refund requests will be charged a $50 handling fee and will be processed after the conference. There will be no refunds after Friday, May 18th.
Contact
For more information, please email us at oneillsummer@law.georgetown.edu
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How to Apply
To apply for the O’Neill Institute Summer Program applicants should complete and submit the application form below by May 18, 2012. Selected candidates will receive a letter of acceptance with information on how to complete the registration process within 10 days of submitting application. Tuition is 2000 USD. This covers costs associated with the course and learning materials.
Notice: A high proficiency in English is required to attend these courses. All lectures and materials are in English.
