LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Global Health Corps Alumni has proudly received financial support from U.S. philanthropist MacKenzie Scott to advance its mission to build a diverse network of equity-driven emerging leaders in Malawi and beyond.
The support comes at a pivotal time as GHC leaders around the world continue to address the profound effects of COVID-19 on health and well-being in their communities.
Global Health Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Heather Anderson thanked MacKenzie Scott for the gesture saying the financial gift will help in unleashing young leaders potential.
“The potential of leadership for long-term, systems-level change has been largely overlooked as the global health sector to date has oriented around solving urgent problems through disease-focused siloes. But MacKenzie Scott has made a bold commitment to unleashing that potential,” he said
Anderson said, Global Health Corps exists to close the gap between millions of people dying from preventable causes and talented young people looking to change that and with the gift they will continue to make the difference.
According to Global Health Corps Senior Country Director Symon Simkoko, the gift has come at an appropriate time and they will make sure the funds are properly used for its intended purposes.
“GHC has worked in Malawi for over a decade to build leaders equipped to transform health systems. Our fellows and alumni fill critical gaps, working on a range of health issues from sustainable agriculture to behavior change communication and HIV/AIDS. This transformative gift will allow us to continue this important, life-saving work,” he said
Global Health Corps (GHC) is a leadership development organization focused on recruiting and training the next generation of leaders in health equity and social justice. GHC is building a global community of diverse young leaders changing the face of global health and fellows work with high-impact health organizations in yearlong paid positions.
Beyond the fellowship, GHC alumni work at 240+ organizations across more than 45 countries, with 87% retained in the health and social impact field.
While women hold less than 25% of top leadership roles in global health, 67% of GHC alumni are women.
GHC leaders remain engaged with the network, accessing ongoing world class training, coaching, and mentorship programs that sharpen their ability to drive systems change, advance in their careers, and collaborate for greater impact.
