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Dr. Bo Klepac is a Senior Research Fellow at Victoria University, affiliated with the Mitchell Institute and the Institute for Health & Sport. She holds a dual PhD in Public Health Policy and Political Science, along with master's degrees in Political Science and European Studies. Her research focuses on reducing health and education inequities through policy change, with a particular emphasis on physical activity, sedentary behavior policies, and community resource mapping. She has received notable awards, including the Victoria University Medal for Academic Excellence in Research (2020) and an Early Career Research Award from HEPA Europe (2017).
Her educational background includes:
- PhD in Public Health Policy
- PhD in Political Science
- MA in Political Science
- MA in European Studies
Her research interests revolve around health inequities, education inequities, and the intersection of policy and public health. She is actively involved in global initiatives like the Global Observatory for Physical Activity (GoPA!) and co-developed the CAPPA framework for analyzing national policies. Her work bridges theoretical policy analysis with practical implementation, emphasizing systems change and community engagement.
Recent publications highlight themes in policy analysis, systems change, and community resource mapping. Her work explores flexible funding models, the effectiveness of physical activity policies, and the development of tools for measuring organizational capacity. These studies often emphasize translating research into actionable policies to address health disparities and improve community outcomes.
Recognition of her contributions includes:
- Victoria University Medal for Academic Excellence in Research (2020)
- Early Career Research Award, HEPA Europe (2017)
Bo has supervised research students as an associate supervisor and is available for further supervision. Her research funding includes projects like the $11M "Pathways in Place" program and community resource mapping initiatives in Hume. She collaborates with organizations like Hume City Council and the Australian Sports Foundation to translate research into practice.
She is a key member of the Mitchell Institute and the Global Observatory for Physical Activity (GoPA!), contributing to interdisciplinary teams focused on public health policy and community-based interventions.
