Students for Global Health National Committee comprises students from across the UK who help facilitate the functioning of the network. They are elected annually by the Students for Global Health network at the Spring General Assembly and meet at least four times a year, as well as at Students for Global Health Conferences and General Assemblies.
If you would like to get in touch with anyone see below for more information about each individual member and their contact details. If you’re unsure of whom to contact, email our Secretary on info@studentsforglobalhealth.org and they will forward your query to the appropriate person.
National Director: Lucy Singh [University of Aberdeen]
“I’m so excited to see what is in store for Students for Global Health this coming year! We’ve had an amazing last year with our official name change, and I can’t wait to see what we get up to next. Our members are so inspiring and I look forward to seeing all the new ideas and energy that they bring to the network for this coming year!”
Responsible for the work of the National Committee and ensuring the day-to-day running of the network, alongside acting as the official representative of SfGH with external partners.
Read Lucy’s SfGH blob posts here
Director of International Affairs: Isaac Florence [LSHTM]
“I am delighted to be stepping into the role of DIA – over the last year I have been heavily involved in the IFMSA and am thrilled to be leading SfGH and the UK’s voice in that arena. I have loved my year as Communications Director and am excited about this new challenge.
There is a lot of work to do for me and the international team: continuing the ever-present battle with funding issues, increasing the availability of opportunities, increasing accountability to SfGH branches, expanding the exchanges programme, create opportunities for UK students abroad and for IFMSA members in the UK. If you’d like to be a part of this work or have any questions, send me an email, I’m looking forward to hearing from you”
The Director of International Affairs is responsible for maintaining SfGH’s membership to the IFMSA and facilitating international opportunities for our members, such as attending international meetings or interning with the United Nations or World Health Organisation. They act as the National Member Organisation President within IFMSA, lead delegations to their events and directs international policy, advocacy, and capacity building, on behalf of Students for Global Health. They also oversee the professional and research exchange programme.
See Isaac’s SfGH blog posts here
Director of Branch Affairs: Iain Doig [University of Aberdeen]
“Every year, the SfGH network gets bigger, better, and louder, and I’m excited to see how we will develop of the course of next year. I am also looking forward to meeting new members of the network, to hear their passions in global health and to share our ideas on how to create a “fair and just world, where equity in health is a reality for all”.”
The DBA is responsible for the welfare and development of the 29 branches across the network, through working with the Regional Coordinators as well.
Finance Director: Kamila Karimjee [RVC/Imperial]
“I am very excited to be continuing on in my role as Director of Finance for another academic year. I have loved every minute of my time on National Committee over the past year and am very excited to continue the exciting projects that we have started. This year, I’m hoping to focus on opening and operating our brand new merchandise shop (watch this space!) and also to continue streamlining our financial management system. I’m on the lookout for any enthusiastic people within the network who would enjoy working on increasing our sponsorship reach and/or improving our financial organisation with me (no prior experience necessary). Please get in touch if you have any thoughts or ideas, I’d love to hear them.”
The Finance Director oversees both the day-to-day financial management, as well as fundraising operations for SfGH.
Communications Director: Jérémie Juan [University of Aberdeen]
“I absolutely can’t wait to see all of the amazing things Students for Global Health will achieve as a network this year – from developing the hub into a one stop shop for all of the fantastic resources we have; to continuing to promote our vision to as many people as possible; and also to see our national coordinated theme on Homelessness and Health help make a real difference!
One of the brilliant things about the communications director position is that I’ll be able to find out all about the incredible things that all of you incredible people will be up to and I can’t wait to sing loudly and proudly about it all! So, if you’re ever up to anything exciting and want a hand spreading the word do give me a shout and I’ll do my best to do that in every way I know how!”
The organisation has a range of social media and publication outputs that are maintained by the Communications Director and their team.
Global Health Education Director: Sana Hasan [University of Bristol]
“This year, I’m hoping to start SfGH’s very own podcast! In the current global climate, this could be an opportunity to engage with more people than ever before in an interesting way that would be fact-based, nuanced and balanced. If there is an issue you would like to discuss, get in touch!”
The GHED coordinates the GHE Team, which works on projects such as the Global Health Education Toolkit, establishing global health on academic curricula, ensuring pre-elective training on global health, and creating academic health partnerships between UK medical schools and those in low- and middle-income countries. They also sit on the UK Medical Electives Council.
Policy and Advocacy Director: Andrew Hay [University of Aberdeen]
Andrew became Policy and Advocacy Director after his election at the Spring General Assembly in Sheffield, making this his first term on National Committee
SfGH has policy on a number of different local and global health topics that guide the work of the network. This policy is created and enacted on by a range of topic specific national working groups (NWGs) that carry out work in a range of areas such as Maternal and Child Health, Global Surgery and Non-Communicable Diseases. The Policy and Advocacy Director is responsible for coordinating the NWGs as well as a team that works on maintaining and enacting the policy.
Training Director: Hari McGrath [King’s College London]
“I’m looking forward to hearing some of the game-changing ideas that are bubbling away under the surface of our network. Last year was my first in Students for Global Health, and I absolutely loved my experiences with Training. If you have a knack for teaching, want to expand your public speaking repertoire or just fancy doing something challenging and rewarding then I would implore you to get in touch! Training is a great way to familiarise yourself with the network, the people in it, and what we stand for. I hope we get the chance to meet this year.
The Training Director is responsible for the network of Trainers across the country that carry out training sessions on a number of soft skills including communication, facilitation and strategic planning.
Secretary: Harpreet Kaur [UEA]
“Most excited to see what the Analytics role can add on to the already very busy national committee and to finally see the map start up and be used! Also very excited to meet everyone from different branches during conferences.”
The Secretary is the administrative backbone of the NC, supporting its communications and information storage, whilst also being the main point of contact for regular communications with the network.
National Exchange Officer (incoming): Chaitra Dinesh [LSHTM]
Chaitra became National Exchange Officer for incoming students after her election at the Spring General Assembly in Sheffield, making this her first term on National Committee
The Exchange Officers for Professional and Research Exchanges are responsible for the network of local officers that carry out exchanges as well as maintaining relations with the rest of the exchange network within the IFMSA.
National Exchange Officer (outgoing): Hamza Ejaz [UEA]
Hamza will remained as NEO (outgoing) after re-election at the Spring General Assembly in Sheffield, making this his second term on National Committee.
The Exchange Officers for Professional and Research Exchanges are responsible for the network of local officers that carry out exchanges as well as maintaining relations with the rest of the exchange network within the IFMSA.
National Officer for Research Exchange (incoming): Sarah Sobka [University of Sheffield]
Sarah became NORE after her election at the Spring General Assembly in Sheffield, making this her first term on National Committee
The Exchange Officers for Professional and Research Exchanges are responsible for the network of local officers that carry out exchanges as well as maintaining relations with the rest of the exchange network within the IFMSA.
National Officer for Research Exchange (outgoing): Dylan Goh [University of Newcastle]
Dylan remained as NORE after re-election at the Spring General Assembly in Sheffield, making this his third term on National Committee
The Exchange Officers for Professional and Research Exchanges are responsible for the network of local officers that carry out exchanges as well as maintaining relations with the rest of the exchange network within the IFMSA.
Affiliates Coordinator: Lizzie Westwood [University of Sheffield]
“I can’t wait to learn even more about the wonderful affiliates we have the privilege of working alongside. By coordinating our efforts we can build a stronger, more effective network and make the biggest impact possible. I’ve already met so many inspirational, passionate people from our affiliate groups over the years and I’m sure in the year ahead I’ll have the pleasure of meeting many more!”
The Affiliates Coordinator works with SfGH’s 13 national Affiliates.
South-East Regional Coordinator: Caitlin Pley [University of Cambridge]
“I am so excited to continue the great South Eastern team spirit and celebrate South Eastern branches’ successes with the entire SfGH network.”
The Regional Coordinators (RCs) are the first point of contact for Branches for ongoing support, development and questions.
The RCs facilitate regional-level activities, such as regional meetings and training days.
South-West Regional Coordinator: Cary Tang [University of Bristol]
“Having been a part of my local committee for the last two years, I’m really looking forward to getting even more stuck in with SfGH and national events. As Regional Coordinator, I’m excited to support the new branches within the region, and getting more students engaged and involved with the activities of this incredible organisation! It’s been a wonderful two years so far and I’m excited to see where this next year takes us, and come together with inspiring and wonderful people to work towards our vision!”
The Regional Coordinators (RCs) are the first point of contact for Branches for ongoing support, development and questions.
The RCs facilitate regional-level activities, such as regional meetings and training days.
Midlands Regional Coordinator: Archie Bekenov [University of Leicester]
“I am most excited to set SfGH society at universities in Midlands that do not have one at the moment, and to see existing branches grow and prosper.”
The Regional Coordinators (RCs) are the first point of contact for Branches for ongoing support, development and questions.
The RCs facilitate regional-level activities, such as regional meetings and training days.
Northern Regional Coordinator: Aditi Babel [University of Sheffield]
“I am most excited to contribute to SfGH on a national level, and to work towards creating a transparent and synergistic community of students involved with SFGH within the Northern region.”
The Regional Coordinators (RCs) are the first point of contact for Branches for ongoing support, development and questions.
The RCs facilitate regional-level activities, such as regional meetings and training days.
Scotland and Northern Ireland Regional Coordinator: Megan Gurney [University of Glasgow]
“I’m excited to see more opportunities for branch members to engage with and influence the fight against health inequities at an international level”
The Regional Coordinators (RCs) are the first point of contact for Branches for ongoing support, development and questions.
The RCs facilitate regional-level activities, such as regional meetings and training days.
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