
Dr Norah O.
@norahaoo
Medical Doctor | Public Health Consultant | Project Planning and Management | Integrity matters!
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01-06-2012 09:45:05
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"Allyship is not about speaking, it starts from listening to women, it's about showing up over the long haul not short term opportunities. When women lead alongside men, we all benefit." ~ Dr. Zeinab Gura, Ministry of Health


WomenLift Health Sicily Kariuki, EGH Dr Sylvia Vito Akaco Ekirapa Dr Norah O. "women are their worst enemies" My sistas, we agreed that we are burying this narrative 🚮🚮 There are bad human beings, bad leaders.... some of them happen to be women. Bad women leaders thrive in bad institutional cultures - let's work on the culture first. #EADialogues

We must remove the obstacles in our way if we are to achieve #healthforall as stated in the #SDGs and the African Union #Agenda2063 I believe that #maleallies have a crucial role to play in shifting the #powerdynamics that have historically excluded women from health leadership


Investing in women’s leadership in health shapes the future of #globalhealth. Happy to have witnessed the cementing of a crucial partnership between WHO African Region under the leadership of Dr Matshidiso Moeti and WomenLift Health to bolster investments in women’s leadership in health.



Impactful conversations at the International Men’s Day conference hosted by Strathmore University and Strathmore University Business School centering on fostering #PositiveMaleRoleModels, and highlighting the transformative role men can play as allies in advancing gender equality in health leadership. WomenLift Health


Women comprise nearly 70% of the global health workforce, yet only 27% hold senior leadership roles. This stark disparity calls for urgent action to achieve gender-equal leadership in health. Great to have our East Africa Director Dr Norah O. represent us at the International


To ensure #inclusivity in health leadership, organizations must implement gender-conscious recruitment and promotion strategies, provide leadership training for #women, and actively work to break down the barriers that prevent women from rising to #leadership. Strathmore University


There’s still a need to incorporate gender-sensitive leadership training to equip leaders to champion for diversity. At WomenLift Health, we believe that gender inclusivity in health leadership is a critical step in addressing public health disparities. Strathmore University Strathmore University Business School


An African giant has rested. Faustine Ndugulile vision, leadership, and dedication to improving #healthsystems across Africa, as articulated in his campaign, have been a source of inspiration to many. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.


Congratulations to Dr. Zainab Gura on her appointment as Acting CEO Kenyatta University Hospital (KUTRRH)! A trailblazer in healthcare, her visionary leadership will drive excellence in health access, research, and innovation Kenyatta University Hospital (KUTRRH). We wish her every success as she embarks on her journey. Dr. Patrick Amoth, EBS




Access to family planning is a fundamental right and key to Africa’s sustainable development, yet millions of women still face major barriers to access. In our latest allAfrica.com op-ed, WomenLift Health East Africa Director Dr. Dr Norah O., Executive Director of FP2030, and


Congratulations to the 2024 East Africa cohort members! Your hard work, #resilience, and #passion have brought you to this pivotal moment, and we cannot wait to see the incredible impact you will continue to make as you transition into the WomenLift Health global #alumnae network



Tonight, I'll be joining Adelle Onyango Legally Clueless Africa for an important conversation on feminism in Africa. We'll tackle gender inequality, leadership, and male allyship ahead of #IWD2025. Ideas can inspire, but action creates change. Stay tuned for the full episode!


Honored to attend an #IWD2025 dinner hosted by H.E. Neil Wigan. As we celebrate women's achievements, let’s also confront the barriers, biases, and exclusion women, especially women of color, face. Together let's #AccelerateAction and amplify diverse voices! #WomensMonth


A huge welcome to 𝔻𝕣. 𝔸𝕙𝕞𝕖𝕕 𝕆𝕘𝕨𝕖𝕝𝕝 - 𝔽𝔸ℙℍ as VillageReach CEO! His public health expertise & bold vision couldn't have come at a pivotal time. Grateful to Emily Bancroft for her transformative leadership. Onward to #HealthForAll with strong partnerships & local driven solutions.
