Hezekiah Shobiye | Global Health Corps

Hezekiah Shobiye

Hezekiah

Co-fellow

Claire

Claire Perkins

Placement Country: United States
Title: Health Literacy Fellow

Hezekiah is from South-West Nigeria. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Lagos, studying Physiology, and emerged as the top graduating student in his department. While at the University, he joined a philanthropic organization committed to community development and sourcing funds to meet the urgent needs of the poor, vulnerable and physically challenged. He also served as Public Relations Officer for this organization. Hezekiah became the President of the Students' Association where he worked to lead students to a successful health week. After his undergraduate study, he worked with the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research as a Research Assistant, and volunteered as a Peer Education Trainer, a project in partnership with UNICEF, where he trained and mentored Secondary School students on HIV/AIDS and Adolescent Reproductive Health. Due to his passion for healthcare, he decided to pursue an MBA in International Healthcare Management at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland. He enjoys dancing and is also passionate about public speaking.