Jean Nepomuscene Uwurukundo | Global Health Corps

Jean Nepomuscene Uwurukundo

Jean Nepomuscene

Co-fellow

Farrukh

Farrukh Saah

Placement Country: Rwanda
Title: Public Health Officer, Ministry of Health–Rwanda
To me, health equity means achieving the possible highest level of health by all people. In this light, I believe that everyone deserves an equal health care simply because he/ she exists as a human being.

A proud native of the Mukama sector of Nyagatare District in Rwanda, Jean Nepomuscene Uwurukundo is passionate about nutritional wellness and has worked hard to shine a spotlight on nutrition as a critical element of public health. Prior to joining GHC, Jean co-founded and served as the Programs Director for Health Promotions Organization, an NGO which works on initiatives for social protection. Additionally, Jean has participated in field research with the World Health Organization, volunteered for several organizations including Rwanda Biomedical, Rwanda NCD Alliance, and Rwanda Diabetes Association. During his time at University of Rwanda, he served as a community nutrition intern at Gardens for Health International and a Rwanda Red Cross volunteer. In his free time, Jean enjoys playing volleyball, reading books, watching Korean dramas, and listening to music.