Wafaa M Rashed, Chair and Founder of Pan-African PGS Education and Research Initiative, shared a post on LinkedIn:
“Reminder: Applications Are Still Open!
‘Opportunities do not change communities – people do. But opportunities help people become catalysts for change.’
Have you applied to the 18th Cohort of the Policy Advocacy in Genetics and Genomics Course?
As genetics and genomics continue to influence healthcare, research, and public policy, the need for informed advocates has never been greater. This course is designed to help participants understand how scientific evidence can be translated into policies that improve lives and promote equitable access to genomic advances.
Whether you are a student, researcher, healthcare professional, policymaker, or advocate, this is an opportunity to strengthen your understanding of policy advocacy and connect with a diverse network of participants from across Africa and beyond.
Extended Application Deadline: 22 June 2026
Apply now and become part of the 18th Cohort!
The 18th Cohort Registration Form: Policy Advocacy in Genetics & Genomics Course
Do not miss the chance to:
- Build practical advocacy skills
- Learn from real-world policy case studies
- Engage with colleagues from different countries and disciplines
- Contribute to shaping the future of genetics and genomics policy
If you have been considering applying, this is the perfect time to take the next step.
And if you know someone who is passionate about genetics, genomics, public health, research, ethics, or policy, please share this opportunity with them. Your recommendation may help someone discover a pathway to greater impact.
Together, we can strengthen the voices that will help guide the future of genetics and genomics in Africa and globally.
Apply. Participate. Advocate. Lead.”
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