Systems Thinking in Action: Mental Models as Leverage Points for Change

Public health professionals at all levels will gain practical insights into how mental models influence decision-making, relationships, and systems change.

What to Expect

• A brief introduction to mental models and their relevance to systems thinking
• A moderated panel discussion with experienced public health practitioners
• Real-world examples of how public health professionals have surfaced and shifted mental models in their work
• Opportunities for participant questions and discussion

This work is supported by funds made available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), National Center for STLT Public Health Infrastructure and Workforce, through OE22-2203: Strengthening U.S. Public Health Infrastructure, Workforce, and Data Systems grant. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government