Cover photo: During a visit to the White House
I am thrilled and incredibly honoured to be nominated for the prestigious International Visitor's Leadership Programme (IVLP), hosted by the U.S State Department. This unique opportunity focuses on cultivating U.S-Africa relations, specifically on Climate Resilience and Health Security.
Meeting with Federal government officials at the State Department Building
As an advocate for environmental sustainability and improved public health, I believe that addressing global challenges requires collaboration and knowledge exchange. This IVLP provides a platform for emerging leaders to engage with experts, policymakers, and fellow participants from both the United States and Africa. By coming together, we can discuss strategies to tackle the pressing issues of climate change and health security.
At the National Institute for Health (NIH) headquarters
By fostering dialogue and building bridges between Africa and the United States, we can work towards strengthening collaborative efforts on climate change mitigation, sustainable development, and healthcare system improvements. I am particularly excited for the unique opportunity to share a platform with diverse experts in the United States, drawn from Federal government to the communities who are tackling the different aspects of climate disasters across the United States.
Meeting with the district amdinistration of the indigenous community in Tucson, Arizona
Spending time with an American family in Scottsdale, Arizona
My nomination for the IVLP's Cultivating U.S-Africa Relations on Climate and Health Security is a tremendous honor and opportunity, and a stepping stone in my journey to make meaningful contributions to addressing the global challenges of our time. My aim is to use this IVLP to deepen my understanding of the intricate relationship between climate change and health security, and the practical solutions that can be implemented in diverse communities.
Highlights from one of the engagements at the state department