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Programs

Despite significant strides in medical advancements and global health initiatives, the healthcare landscape of the African continent grapples with multifaceted challenges that imperil the well-being of its diverse populations. Shockingly, coverage with essential healthcare services remains low, with only 48% of people in Africa receiving the necessary care they require. This stark statistic translates to approximately 615 million individuals in Africa potentially being deprived of essential healthcare services, as reported by the WHO in 2021.

In a study cited by the International Journal of General Medicine, a myriad of challenges confronts the sector, with inadequate human resources, poor resource allocation, infrastructure neglect, and a lack of political will standing at the forefront. These obstacles echo across various countries on the continent, impeding access to quality healthcare and exacerbating the burden of disease. However, amidst these challenges, glimmers of hope emerge, with proposed solutions such as enhanced training for healthcare workers, fortified insurance schemes, heightened advocacy efforts, increased budgetary allocation, and infrastructure improvements.

AL for Health

As Africa charts its course towards a healthier future, these findings underscore the critical importance of concerted and collaborative action, alongside innovative strategies, to overcome the barriers obstructing progress in the healthcare domain. AL for Health Network stands ready to contribute to addressing this challenge by uniting key stakeholders and partners, including future young leaders, to foster collaborative efforts, exchange ideas, create lasting solutions and create opportunities for all members.

Co-creation Fund

The Co-Creation Fund is an innovative initiative within the Network, fostering collaboration among members to identify shared challenges and develop solutions collectively. Over a span of three months, teams will actively engage in the process of brainstorming and refining their ideas. At the culmination of this period, teams will present their proposals, with a winning idea selected to receive funding for implementation. This initiative marks a pioneering step for AL for Health, as we eagerly anticipate partnering with network members to co-create impactful solutions for our community. Details regarding the application process will be communicated soon.

Research Program

At AL for Health, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of ethical leaders in the healthcare sector. One avenue through which we intend to fulfill this commitment is by providing students with a platform to showcase their research endeavors. Notably, research indicates that only approximately 1% of publications in Africa are authored by Africans—a staggering statistic.

Through our research program, we aim to empower our alumni by offering them the opportunity to develop and hone their research skills and conduct their health research projects under the guidance and mentorship of seasoned professionals. Ultimately, our research program seeks to elevate the visibility and utilization of research produced by Africans, making it accessible to academia worldwide.