"I feel incredibly blessed to partake in this collaboration with UNAM in Mexico City, where my heritage comes from. With Spanish as my first language, I hope to use it as a bridge to support culturally relevant public health efforts and meaningful community engagement."

Program: Physiology and Medical Sciences (Public Health minor)

Site: UNAM FES Zaragoza, Mexico City

Research: Public health outreach and community engagement

Bio: Luis Hernandez Anaya is a second-year undergraduate student majoring in Physiology and Medical Sciences with a Public Health minor. Raised in a Mexican household in Phoenix, Arizona, he is passionate about working with under-resourced border communities and addressing the impact of social determinants on long-term health outcomes. On campus, Luis is involved with MexZona Medical Services, the Latine Student Association, and the Links Junior Honorary. Through his work in Mexico City, he aims to promote disease prevention, support community education, and advance proactive approaches to public health.

"I am excited to participate in public health outreach in Mexico City and experience its rich and vibrant culture. I am confident this opportunity will lead to meaningful personal and professional growth."

Program: BS, Physiology and Medical Sciences (Biochemistry minor)

Site: UNAM FES Zaragoza, Mexico City

Research: Public health outreach and community engagement

Bio: August Htoo is a third-year undergraduate student studying Physiology and Medical Sciences at the University of Arizona. He serves as a Peer Mentor with ASEM’s TRIO program, supporting students through academic and personal challenges. Born in Tham Hin Refugee Camp, his background informs his passion for community health, equity, and expanding access to resources for underserved populations. He hopes to continue contributing to public health efforts that strengthen and empower communities as he pursues a career as a physician.

"I am excited to contribute to the AL-SEHA research study at the American University in Cairo and deepen my understanding of healthy aging in a global context. This experience will allow me to grow professionally while exploring how cultural and environmental factors shape health and quality of life."

Program: BS, Public Health (Global Health), ASL minor

Site: American University in Cairo, Egypt

Research: Healthy aging and longitudinal health outcomes (AL-SEHA study)

Bio: Saffeyya-Grace Ibrahim is a third-year undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Public Health with a Global Health emphasis and a minor in American Sign Language. Through her involvement in community outreach, she has developed a strong interest in supporting underserved communities and promoting health equity. Saffeyya is passionate about health education, policy development, and addressing health disparities to improve the well-being of communities globally.

"Being a GHI scholar allows me to explore my passions within global health while integrating research, literature, and community voices. I look forward to contributing to a teen health program in Belize and learning from the local community."

Program: Accelerated BS & MPH, Global Health

Site: Hillside Health Care, Belize

Research: Teen health program development through community engagement

Bio: Carly Johnson is pursuing an Accelerated BS and MPH in Global Health at the University of Arizona. She serves as a Health and Medical Advocacy intern with the International Rescue Committee, supporting refugees in navigating the U.S. healthcare system, and works as a student navigator with Campus Health Service. Carly is passionate about equitable and accessible healthcare and has explored health systems through travel in Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

"I am excited to return to Uganda and engage in the health sector, building on my previous experience in the community. I look forward to learning from KIU's public health experts and contributing to sustainable, culturally grounded health initiatives."

Program: MPH, Global Health

Site: Kampala International University, Uganda

Research: Community-based public health preparedness and maternal–child health

Bio: Abigail Lenz is a first-year MPH student in Global Health at the University of Arizona and a Coverdell Fellow. She supports the Pima County Food Alliance through an outreach assistantship and serves as a Coverdell Communications Graduate Assistant. Prior to graduate school, Abigail served as a U.S. Peace Corps education volunteer in Uganda after earning her bachelor’s degree in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado Boulder. Her interests include nutrition, maternal and child health, and food safety.

"The GHI fellowship is an opportunity for me to grow as a public health professional while contributing to work that centers equity, community voices, and meaningful impact."

Program: MPH, Health Policy and Management

Site: Public Health Research Institute of India

Research: Women’s health, community care, and cancer prevention in India

Bio: Charity Moparthy is an MPH student in Health Policy and Management at the University of Arizona. She has experience in research coordination, community outreach, and public health advocacy, with work spanning rural health, maternal health, and climate change. Charity is passionate about advancing health equity and amplifying youth voices through policies and initiatives that improve access to care for underserved communities.

"I’m excited for the opportunity to work with the University of Limerick and engage with the community. I look forward to applying my knowledge in a global context and contributing to public health development efforts."

Program: MPH, Health Behavior & Health Promotion

Site: University of Limerick, Ireland

Research: Public health priorities and interprofessional education in community settings

Bio: Cruz Ramirez-Ramos is a first-year MPH student in Health Behavior and Health Promotion at the University of Arizona. He holds a BA in Journalism with a minor in Studio Art. Cruz is interested in using community-focused approaches and digital media to enhance health education. He has worked with Campus Health as a Health Promotion Social Media Assistant, developing content to improve student health literacy and access to services.

"I’m excited for the opportunity to complete my APE through the GHI Scholars program and gain hands-on experience through immersive fieldwork in Belize."

Program: MPH, Global Health

Site: Hillside Health Care, Belize

Research: Teen health program development through community engagement

Bio: Sydnie Stocks is a second-year MPH student in Global Health. She earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology from UC San Diego. Her background informs a One Health perspective that connects human, environmental, and social well-being. Sydnie works with a national reproductive health and climate advocacy nonprofit, focusing on communications and fundraising, and is passionate about expanding reproductive health care and protecting climate health globally.

MPH, Health Behavior & Health Promotion
Site: University of Technology Sydney
Research: PrEP use and community dynamics among gay and bisexual men
 

PhD, Environmental Sciences
Site: American University in Cairo, Egypt
Research: Healthy aging in Egypt (AL-SEHA study)
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Accelerated BS & MPH, Global Health
Site: North-West University, South Africa
Research: Peer-to-peer nutrition education and food safety awareness in early childhood
 

MPH, Climate Change and Health
Site: Universidad del Valle de Guatemala
Research: Water quality and community health in Lake Atitlán
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MPH, Global Health
Site: UNAM FES Zaragoza, Mexico City
Research: Public health and health promotion
 

PhD, Health Behavior & Health Promotion
Site: North-West University, South Africa
Research: Youth empowerment through education, poverty alleviation, and health promotion
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BS, Public Health (Global Health)
Site: North-West University, South Africa
Research: Community nutrition practice and public health internship
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MS, Environmental Health Sciences
Site: ESPOL, Ecuador
Research: Health risks from toxic metals in seafood in Ecuador
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MPH, Global Health
Site: North-West University, South Africa
Research: Public health systems leadership and capacity development
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PhD, Environmental Health Sciences
Site: Universidad del Valle de Guatemala
Research: Drinking water contamination and health risks in Lake Atitlán communities
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PhD, Epidemiology
Site: American University in Cairo, Egypt
Research: Healthy aging and cognitive health in Egypt (AL-SEHA study)
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MPH, Global Health
Site: University of Technology Sydney
Research: Stroke survivorship and self-care
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MPH, Global Health
Site: UNAM FES Zaragoza, Mexico City
Research: Health promotion and public health education
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MS, Environmental Health Sciences
Site: ESPOL, Ecuador
Research: Metal accumulation in aquatic organisms and human health impacts
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PhD, Biostatistics
Site: University of Limerick, Ireland
Research: Health service use and multimorbidity in primary care (INSIGHT-GP)
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PhD, Environmental Health Sciences
Site: Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas, Mexico
Research: One Health assessment of environmental contaminants and pathogens
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MPH, Maternal and Child Health
Site: Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública, Mexico
Research: Public health curriculum development for migrant communities in Chiapas
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MS, Environmental Health Sciences
Site: MUHAS, Tanzania
Research: Climate change, water quality, and cholera risk
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