MARPHLI is one program among a continuum of public health practice development initiatives sponsored by the Public Health Training and Practice Group at the UIC School of Public Health.

Program faculty consist of academicians, practitioners and nationally known public health experts. Recognized public health practitioners in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin are often called upon as consultants or presenters.

Faculty and presenters also contribute to the PHTPG journal publications, including Leadership in Public Health and Public Health Practice in Illinois. Program staff include academic professionals from the UIC School of Public Health, who design, prepare and coordinate the Institute's curriculum. Support staff are responsible for conference planning and material preparation.