About the Blog
Public Health in Africa - Reclaiming the Narrative from the DiasporaAs a Sierra Leonean in the diaspora, I have always been passionate about improving health systems in Sierra Leone and the African continent at large. I hope to create a space to discuss public health issues on the continent while also shining a light on locally driven solutions and also share my experience navigating the public health field as a young professional. Views expressed are mine and do not represent organizations that I am affiliated with.
The Global Health Events at UNGA78
This year's United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) theme is "Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on...
The Importance of Inclusive Thinking and Planning
Jonta shares a reflection from her time working at UNICEF Headquarters on the importance of inclusive thinking and planning.
2023 Africa Traditional Medicines Day
In honor of Africa Traditional Medicines Day this post highlights the importance of integrating traditional medicines in health systems.
Power of Networking Feature: Khadija Kamara
Meet Khadija Kamara, one of the organizers of the State of Salone Women's Health event in June 2023.
Public Health Guide to Virtual Networking
I get several questions on networking so I am just sharing a guide here on how I navigated this. My approach to networking has changed...
But where are you from?
Reflection on experiences navigating questions on identity at public/global health conferences.
2023 Global Health Equity Seminar
Dalla Lana School of Public Health, John R. Evans Lectureship in Global Health Seminar by Professor Agnes Binagwaho.
Sierra Leone at 62: Focus on Public Health
Reflecting on some public health accomplishments and areas for improvement on Sierra Leone's 62 Independence Day.
The 36th African Union (AU) Summit and the Health Agenda on the Continent
Summary of the 36th African Union Summit and some of the commitments for health that we shall hope to see in the future.
Gender Inequity and African Women Public Health Leaders
In this blog post, I wanted to highlight some issues African women in the public health space face and I also will highlight some African...
Featured: The United Nations Association of Canada & The Catalyst in Me
Photo: Image with a backdrop of Sustainable Development Goal 4 "Quality Education" and a circle of all the colors of their goals and the...
Overfishing: The Impacts on Livelihoods
Discussing the impacts of fishing on livelihoods in Senegal as well as sharing some steps taken to ensure sustainable levels of fish.
Overfishing and its Impact on Health
Discussing the social determinants of health and the issue of overfishing on the African continent.
Global Health Students and Young Professionals Summit (GHSYPS) 2022
Sharing my experience attending the 2022 Canadian Global Health Students and Young Professionals Summit
Public Health in Africa: A Reflection from the Diaspora
From passport and diaspora privilege, how do we ensure we are contributing to positive changes? I hope everyone has been having a great...
Health Systems Research (HSR) 2022 Conference
Parts of this post were originally submitted to the King's SOF. Photo courtesy of me While pursuing my undergraduate studies at the...
