Wafaa M Rashed, Chair and Founder of Pan-African PGS Education and Research Initiative, shared a post on LinkedIn:
‘If Africa does not lead in shaping the future of genomics, someone else will – and we will live with their decisions. This course is for those who believe the future should be written by us, not for us.’
Applications Now Open for the 15th Cohort of the
“Policy Advocacy in Genetics & Genomics” Course
Hosted by the Pan-African PGS Education and Research Initiative (PAPERI)
Open to African & Global Scientists, Advocates, and Professionals
This intensive online course empowers emerging and mid-career leaders with the knowledge, confidence, and policy literacy needed to engage meaningfully in national, regional, and global discussions on genetics and genomics.
It is designed for those who believe Africa must not only benefit from precision health innovations – but actively shape them.
What You’ll Gain
- Certificate upon successful completion
- Final policy debate & presentation opportunity
- Post-course visibility (blogs, collaborations, policy engagements)
Cohort Timeline (15th Cohort)
- Applications Open: 08 February 2026
- Application Deadline: 15 February 2026
- Course Start: 20 February 2026
- Final Exam Submission: 09 March 2026
- Final Presentations & Policy Debate / End of Course: 14 March 2026
Who Should Apply?
Young scientists, graduate students, researchers, policymakers, healthcare professionals, bioethicists, and advocates committed to shaping the future of genetics and genomics policy in Africa and beyond.
Please share widely – let’s continue strengthening Africa’s leadership in precision health and building a powerful generation of genomics policy champions!”
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