Y-ACT Youth Steering Committee
U of T African Scholars Recipient
Miss Oakville UW 2024

Jonta Kamara is a health system and policy analyst and model on a mission to improve health service delivery, research capacity, and local manufacturing of medical supplies in Africa.

Jonta Kamara’s Expertise

Hope for Refugees International Speaking Engagement

SPEAKER

Spoken at Tedx events, University of Toronto events, and Hope for Refugees International Conference.

Black women with blonde and black twists standing in front of a research poster.

RESEARCH

Over 3 years of quantitative and qualitative research experience in the academic, government, and private sectors.

MODEL

Jonta is Miss Oakville United World 2024, a fashion model, influencer, and content creator.

Featured in Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Latest Blog Posts

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Hey Africa, let's invest in data systems & women researchers.
Hey Africa, let's invest in data systems & women researchers.

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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Hiring: Remote Social Media Manager
Hiring: Remote Social Media Manager

Hiring for a Remote Social Media Manager. See the post for more details.

Deadline: July 23, 2025 at 5 pm EST.

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Navigating Work-Study Balance: A Student's Guide to Research Positions
Navigating Work-Study Balance: A Student's Guide to Research Positions

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.

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