Co-fellow
Rebecca Mzungu Saeluzika
Placement Country: Zambia
Title: Public Health Analyst, Zambia National Public Health Institute
Health equity is achieving fair health systems regardless of socioeconomic factors across the globe, allowing for people from all walks of life to live their healthiest life. Everyone deserves the right to good quality healthcare.
A medical doctor from Lusaka, Zambia, Melissa Mukalumamba Haketa is a passionate advocate for community health education, womens’ rights, climate change, and sexual reproductive health and rights. Prior to joining GHC, Melissa took on several volunteer opportunities and has most recently been a member of the Young Emerging Scientists Zambia where she has worked on several research projects. She has also been a member of the Daisycare Zambia team where she has been actively involved in community education and awareness efforts. In her free time, Melissa enjoys reading, cooking, and gardening.