On Wednesday July 10, 2024, the Ifakara Health Institute will be part of an interactive and insightful webinar exploring the critical role of community engagement in global health research and its significant impact on public health in East Africa.

This session will be moderated by Sheikha Mohamed, the Africa Regional Mesh Community Engagement Network Regional Coordinator, who also serves as a Community Engagement Coordinator at Ifakara. The webinar will feature prominent Ifakara scientists Dr. Fredros Okumu and Dr. Prosper Chaki. They will be joined by Ms. Naima Sykes, Imperial College London, and Ms. Noni Mumba from Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) 

Participants will learn how meaningful partnerships with communities can lead to impactful research outcomes and influence public health policies and practices. This webinar is designed for researchers, healthcare professionals, and community health workers who are interested in enhancing their understanding and practices of community engagement in public health research.

Registration link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/3017198316206/WN_ObC9LsLtQ8G-aEnN7aOVTA

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with experts in the field. Join us in fostering collaboration and advancing public health through effective community engagement.