In 2020, Women in Global Health in Nigeria was created to bring visibility and recognition to Nigerian women who shape global health programs, policies and advocacy in communities in Nigeria and the diaspora. The main objective of the chapter is to be inclusive by integrating all genders (men and women) of all stages and career levels in the health field, regardless of race, religion, age and socio-economic status, to achieve the leadership. gender transformation. .
Women in Global Health in Nigeria is hosted by Pathfinder International, Country Office in Nigeria.
Our goals
To build an effective, inclusive and supportive network for Nigerians and women of Nigerian descent working in global health.
To increase gender parity until there is equal representation of men and women in health leadership positions in UN agencies, national health governance, academia, STEM, health entrepreneurship, law and other health fields in Nigeria.
To establish partnerships with multilateral sector organizations that support the gender mainstreaming and inclusion agenda.
Influence/shape national policy that improves:
access to skilled health personnel for women
gender pay gap
maternal and child health
Empowerment/mentoring of women and girls through the implementation of workshops that will enhance the current contribution of Nigerian women in the health sector and equip them with the skills to seek leadership opportunities in the future. Are you passionate Nigeria woman ready to transform global health? Join the inaugural Empower Her health fellowship. This is an eleven(11) months fully funded health fellowship design to amplify the voice of women in Advocacy, social media engagement, research writing and public speaking. Those who can apply are global health enthusiast, community health workers, early career women and research writers.
Fill this form: https://tinyurl.com/2zyuuycf to apply on or before January 24, 2025. Send an email: WGHNigeria@womeningh.org to contact us.