I am deeply honored to announce my election as 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 African Public Health Network (𝗔𝗣𝗛𝗡). This moment is not only a personal milestone but a powerful reminder of our collective commitment to improving health outcomes across our continent. As we face a dynamic and complex public health landscape, I remain steadfast in my dedication to driving impactful change.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all those who supported me during this process. Your trust in my vision and leadership is the foundation of our shared mission to advance public health in Africa. Together, we have the opportunity to forge new paths toward sustainable health systems that meet the needs of every African.
A special note of appreciation goes to my fellow candidates, whose inspiring campaigns underscored the wealth of diverse ideas and perspectives essential to shaping the future of public health. This diversity is our strength, and I am eager to engage with you as we work together to harness our collective power for the betterment of health systems across Africa.
I would also like to express my profound thanks to the many partners and stakeholders who have long advocated for public health in Africa. Our progress depends on collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships. It is through these alliances that we will confront the myriad challenges we face in disease prevention, healthcare access, or health equity and create solutions that make a tangible difference.
I would like to give special thanks to the following individuals whose support has been invaluable to me throughout this journey:
→𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗻 Ellen MacKenzie, whose mentorship and insight have been a constant source of guidance.
→ Marie Diener-West, for her unwavering encouragement and commitment to public health advocacy.
→ Michael Ward, for his strategic advice and dedication to advancing health equity.
→ Otutochukwu N., whose passion for grassroots public health initiatives continues to inspire me.
→ Banda Khalifa MD, MPH, MBA, for his partnership in fostering collaboration and driving progress within our network.
→ Paul Whong, for his steadfast support and invaluable contributions to advancing public health dialogue and action.
Finally, to everyone who supported my candidacy, your encouragement has been truly invaluable. I am excited about the work that lies ahead as we unite our efforts toward creating a healthier, more equitable future for all Africans.
Let us embrace this responsibility with purpose and determination. Together, we can build a resilient health landscape that serves the needs of every community across Africa.
Inauguration at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Photo credit: Oluwapelumi Adegbite
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