Christopher Courtheyn, an associate professor in the School of Public Service, spoke at Full Circle Health in Boise on February 26. He presented his research titled “Protective Accompaniment of Vulnerable Populations,” sharing insights from his work in Colombia.
Courtheyn discussed how unarmed civilian peacekeepers from the Global North use their presence and diplomatic efforts to help protect communities facing threats in war zones located in the Global South. He addressed resident family medicine physicians, focusing on how these strategies can inform and improve connections between solidarity actions and public health initiatives.
According to Courtheyn, “Protective Accompaniment of Vulnerable Populations” analyzes the ways that solidarity and public health are connected through international efforts to support at-risk groups.
The event was part of ongoing educational opportunities provided by Full Circle Health for its medical staff.
