Wafaa Rashed: Empowering the Next Generation of Genetics Policy Advocates
Wafaa Rashed, Faculty Lecturer of pharmacy at Ahram Canadian University, shared a post on LinkedIn:
“Empowering the Next Generation of Genetics Policy Advocates!
Meet Phionah Obanda from Kenya, a recent graduate of the Policy Advocacy in Genetics and Genomics course by PAPERI!
In her inspiring reflection, Phionah shares how this course transformed her perspective – from seeing policy advocacy as just influencing decision-makers to recognizing its foundation in collaboration, clear communication, and ethical responsibility.
Key Takeaways from Her Journey:
Ethics Matters: Balancing innovation with ethical considerations fosters fairness, transparency, and long-term public trust.
Stakeholder Engagement is Key: Policymakers, scientists, advocacy groups, and the public must work together to shape responsible policies.
Bridging the Gap: She now feels empowered to connect genetics research, public awareness, and policy advocacy for impactful change.
Watch her full reflection here.
At PAPERI, we are proud to train and equip African leaders to drive meaningful policy advancements in genetics and genomics.
Are you passionate about shaping the future of genetics policy in Africa? Stay tuned for our next cohort!”
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