Public Health Issue Theme: The impact on an individual’s Mental Health of the minimum wage and economic inflation
Introduction: In this assignment, you will have the opportunity to delve into a current issue or challenge within the public health sector and develop a comprehensive leadership strategy to address it. You will utilize leadership theories and concepts discussed in the textbook to guide your analysis and strategy development.
Task:
Select a Public Health Issue: Choose a current issue or challenge in the public health sector. This could be a global health crisis, a local community health concern, an organizational issue in healthcare, or an emerging trend. Ensure that the issue is relevant and significant to public health.
Research and Analysis: Conduct detailed research on the chosen issue. Explore its background, current impact, and relevance to public health. Utilize the PEST framework (Political, Economic, Social, Technological) to analyze the issue thoroughly. Identify key leadership challenges and opportunities associated with the issue.
Leadership Strategy Development: Develop a strategic plan utilizing leadership theories and practices discussed in the textbook. Your strategy should address the leadership challenges identified in your analysis.
Conduct a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) to outline the internal and external factors affecting the issue.

Formulate a plan that integrates ethical decision-making, effective communication strategies, and critical thinking skills. Consider how these elements will contribute to addressing the issue and achieving desired outcomes.
Midterm Submission: Prepare a comprehensive report that includes the following components:
Introduction: Brief overview of the chosen issue and its significance to public health.

Research Findings: Detailed analysis of the issue, including background information, current impact, and key leadership challenges and opportunities.

Leadership Strategy: Detailed strategic plan developed utilizing leadership theories and practices. Include the SWOT analysis and discuss how ethical decision-making, communication strategies, and critical thinking will be integrated into the plan.