We're a small founding team in our earliest stage, assembling an advisory board and institutional partners as we build.
The people leading HEER Africa's research, partnerships, and strategy.
Praise Saint-John is a biomedical scientist and health innovation professional with experience in infectious diseases, molecular research, diagnostics, and global health. Her work focuses on translating scientific evidence into practical solutions that strengthen health systems and improve health outcomes.
Olufunbi Olaoye is a global health professional with experience in infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, One Health, and international health collaboration. Her work contributes to initiatives that bring together science, policy, and practice to address complex global health challenges.
Varaidzo Joyline Mukwekwe is a universal health coverage implementation researcher with expertise in antimicrobial stewardship, health systems strengthening, and food security. At HEER Africa, she drives the translation of research and evidence into practical, data-informed solutions that strengthen health systems across the continent.
We're assembling an advisory board to guide research direction, governance, and partnerships. These are the seats we're recruiting for first — placeholder titles until they're filled.
Research Translation, Infectious Diseases & Strategic Partnerships Advisor
Guides overall public health and programme perspective.
Guides research strategy and organizational direction.
Guides research priorities on women's and maternal health.
Helps translate research into practice within real-world health systems.
Guides our use of data and digital tools in research and outreach.
Connects our research to public health policy and government partners.
Builds trust and two-way dialogue with the communities we serve.
Interested in joining our advisory board? Get in touch →
No confirmed partners yet — this section is a placeholder for the universities, hospitals, and funders we're in conversation with as we formalize collaborations.
Joint research, student mentorship, and academic collaboration.
Clinical partnerships and data collection sites.
Grant support for our first year of programming.
Shared community reach and program delivery.
Represent an organization interested in partnering with us? Reach out →
