Ready to kickstart your UN career? Drawing from my experience at UNICEF, I am sharing opportunities at the United Nations to launch your international development career.

An analysis of the 38th African Union Summit, examining Africa's healthcare developments through initiatives in primary healthcare reform and AUDA-NEPAD's expanding role in strengthening regional systems. This research explores how the Summit's focus on innovative financing and the goal of 60% local vaccine production by 2040 signals Africa's path toward healthcare independence.

Reflecting on my journey as the only woman trainee in the WHO-TDR SORT IT course, I highlight the need to invest in both data systems and women researchers in Africa. While publications matter, the true impact emerges when research evidence transforms into meaningful policy change.

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Research assistant positions, available through university departments and career centers, offer valuable opportunities for skill development but require careful consideration of work-study balance. Students should evaluate academic compatibility, potential gains, and career alignment while implementing practical strategie to ensure success in both academics and research work.

Navigate the Toronto Urban Fellows Program with expert insights on transitioning to municipal governance. Learn practical strategies for career growth and in Toronto's prestigious fellowship program.

Conferences are powerful catalysts for professional growth in global health, offering unique opportunities to connect with industry leaders and stay current with emerging trends. Strategic preparation is key - from monitoring newsletters and LinkedIn for relevant events to identifying key organizations and potential connections before arrival.

Looking for guidance on choosing the right public health conference? This practical guide helps students and young professionals navigate conference selection, considering factors like cost, audience fit, and location accessibility. There is also a selection of conferences for those with a global health and health systems interest.

Looking to navigate your public health career in 2025? Here's some practical advice. From publishing research without pressure to embracing cross-sector opportunities, I share five key insights to help young professionals thrive. Learn why your career path doesn't need to be linear and how to leverage transferable skills across different sectors.

Africa’s 2024' Healthcare Transformation Journey: From groundbreaking disease elimination milestones to innovative health tech solutions! Discover how regions are revolutionizing healthcare through local production, system strengthening, and strategic partnerships.

This post chronicles my three-year journey from drafting an opinion piece to publishing a peer-reviewed article featured by Gavi. It began in January 2021 with my frustration over the portrayal of Africa's COVID-19 response.

Lois King, launched NotiPHied, a podcast making public health accessible. Inspired by her autoimmune disease experience, she aims to inform the public about health policies and issues. Lois also ventured into consulting, working with major health organizations.

Learn more about Tina Mensa-Kwao and how she started Tenacious Career Services, a career support firm.

Learn more about Adama Saccoh and how she started The Catalyst in Me (TCIM) blog, a life science career hub.

Learn how Yasir Essar rebranded his social media to share knowledge on global health and grow his following.

Discover the inspiring journey of a public health enthusiast who started writing and persevered through unsuccessful attempts to publish.

The discussions and insights from the 2024 Faces of Africa conference, focus on decolonizing global health, beauty, and wellness.

Discover the transformative changes and innovative solutions in African public health at the 2024 Faces of Africa conference.

Discover how health startups in Africa are revolutionizing healthcare access. Insights from Harvard's 2nd Annual Africa Health Conference.

Discover the impact of local manufacturing in Africa and the push for health equity from Harvard's Second Annual Africa Health Conference.