Getnet Tadele
Getnet Tadele is a professor in the Department of Sociology, Addis Ababa University. He is also a honorary professor at Jimma University, Adjunct Professor at Bahirdar University and a Global Fellow at the Centre on Law and Social Transformation, University of Bergen, Norway. He earned his BA degree from Addis Ababa University, MSc from the […]
Mawuli Leslie Aglanu
A One Health and Social Epidemiology researcher with a focus on neglected tropical diseases. Currently a Scientific Officer at the ARNTD and final year PhD candidate at the University Medical Centre Groningen (UMCG), University of Groningen (RUG), the Netherlands.
Emmanuela Agbenyefia
Emmanuela is a Ghanaian-born, Georgian-trained medical doctor with additional experience in data analysis, medical writing and clinical research. Emmanuela is currently working as a medical intern, while concurrently pursuing their Masters’ in Global Policy & Security Studies. Their professional interests are in majorly in Health Policy, Public Health and Health Informatics.
Maneesh Phillip
Over 20 years’ experience in coordination of public health projects in Asia and Africa. Experience in working with diverse partners, including governments, UN agencies, International and national non-profits, research and academic institutions and communities. In depth sector specific knowledge and network in Neglected Tropical Diseases and wider global health sector. Interest and expertise in infectious […]
Oluwatoyosi Olawande
Oluwatoyosi has extensive program management experience in international humanitarian, development, humanitarian and private sectors with a strong background in social science research, social behavioural change (SBC) strategies, equity-focused monitoring and evaluation, project management, partnership management, operations and administration. With over 15 years of experience, Oluwatoyosi’s geographical focus of experience spans Asia and Africa, including such […]
Muhammed Afolabi

Dr Muhammed Afolabi is an Associate Professor of Global Public Health at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, United Kingdom. He obtained a medical degree from the University of Ibadan in 1999; a master’s degree in Public Health from Obafemi Awolowo University in 2007, and a PhD from the London School of Hygiene […]
Onaopemipo Salami
Onaopemipo P. Salami is a seasoned Public Health Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist with over a decade of experience in designing and implementing robust frameworks for program evaluation. His expertise spans statistical analysis, data visualization, and real-time monitoring across diverse projects, including those funded by global organizations like the World Bank and AfDB.
Edmond Kwaku Ocloo
Edmond is currently a PhD candidate at the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, University of Cape Coast, Ghana. His research aims to explore the sociocultural experiences of people living with Leprosy, Buruli Ulcer, and Yaws in Ghana.
Leen Daoud
Leen Daoud is a public health expert with a strong emphasis on disease surveillance, strengthening immunization systems, and health system strengthening. Currently serving as a Technical Officer at EMPHNET since 2020, Leen contributes to enhancing healthcare systems’ readiness to respond effectively to various public health challenges. Her areas of focus include NTDs, immunization, surveillance, RCCE […]
Jerome Nyhalah Dinga
Founder/CEO of Michael Gahnyam Gbeugvat Foundation; a nonprofit organization to meet the health aspirations of persons with special needs/disabilities (PWD). The organization uses a holistic, inclusive approach that acknowledges the diversity of needs and experiences, research and data collection, and policy advocacy to address the physical, mental, and social challenges of PWD.