WHO Regional Office for Africa · Mentorship Programme
The Mwele Malecela Mentorship Programme
Cohort III
Overview
We are thrilled to introduce you to the remarkable women who comprise Cohort III of the Mwele Malecela Mentorship Programme. This transformative two-year initiative is designed to empower mid-career African women to become leaders and champions in the fight to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs).
With a strong gender-intentional approach, the MMM Programme offers mentees and their mentors tailored leadership training, skill development opportunities, personalized mentoring, and access to global platforms. These tools are aimed at breaking gender barriers, fostering inclusive governance, and equipping participants with the skills and networks needed to advance NTD elimination efforts.
Discover the diverse talents, experiences, and aspirations of our Mentees. Their inspiring stories showcase the exceptional individuals driving innovation and impact in the NTD community. Together, let's empower women and make a lasting contribution to the fight against NTDs.
Cohort III Mentees
Seven women. Seven countries. One shared mission.
Dr. Akua Obeng Forson
Ghana
Senior Lecturer · University of Ghana
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Hannah Berrian
Liberia
Research Fellow · UL-PIRE Africa Center
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Dr. Laure Stella Ghoma Linguissi
Republic of Congo
Research Officer · IRSSA Brazzaville
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Dr. Lauve Rachel Tchokouaha Yamthe
Cameroon
Research Scientist · IMPM Cameroon
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Dr. Menberework Chanyalew Negatu
Ethiopia
Researcher · Armauer Hansen Research Institute
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Nelvina Mucato
Mozambique
NTDs Coordinator · Sightsavers
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Nwanneka Udoye
Nigeria
Project Research Officer · RedAid Nigeria
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Cohort III Mentors
Seven mentors.
Dr. Aïssatou Diawara
Technical Specialist · Global Institute for Disease Elimination (GLIDE)
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Ms Charity Rugube
Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Specialist
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Ms Girija Sankar
Head of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) · CBM International
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Prof. Margaret Gyapong
Ghana
Professor of Applied Social Science · University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS)
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Mrs Maryam Kafil-Emiola
Nigeria
Assistant Director and Deputy Coordinator of NTDs Elimination Program · Ogun State Civil Service
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Dr. Nadia Fazal
Honorary Senior Lecturer · Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
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Dr Tawanda Zininga
South Africa
Senior Lecturer in Biochemistry · Stellenbosch University
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