Co-fellow
Mukumbuta Nawa Talama
Placement Country: Uganda
Title: Noncommunicable Diseases Program Officer, Ministry of Health–Uganda
Health equity means having a fair opportunity for everyone regardless of their background or economic status at having an equal opportunity to health. That is a fair chance to lead a healthy life and reach their full potential, irrespective of their circumstances.
Hailing from Mbarara, Uganda, Brenda Nsiimenta has spent her career supporting refugees to be informed about their health rights in emergency situations. Prior to joining GHC, Brenda worked as a nutrition assistant with Action Against Hunger where she specifically focused on supporting South Sudanese refugees and their well-being. In her time at Action Against Hunger, Brenda served as an advocate for effective healthcare policies in various districts during which she was involved in community engagement, lobbying and project accountability. In her free time, Brenda ensures that she stays sharp about global health by watching various health-related series and documentaries.