Godfrey Philimon Email & Phone Number

I am a dedicated and passionate advocate for public health. With over a decade of experience in the health sector, I am committed to promoting primary health care and universal health coverage (UHC), ensuring that communities have access to essential health services. My journey has been marked by extensive involvement in advocacy, policy lobbying, and coalition building. I have successfully led numerous mobilisation activities and developed strategic partnerships with various regional, national, and international stakeholders. My role involves providing technical advisory support, managing projects and joint programme designs.I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration from the University of Dodoma. I have completed several advanced courses and training in global health, policy, and security management. Some of my notable training includes:- International People's Health University: The Struggle For Health & Access to Affordable Medicines- African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD): The African Medicine Regulatory Harmonisation Initiative & AU Modal Law on Medical Products Regulation Targeted to Leverage The Parliamentarians, Civil Society, and Media in Africa- Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition (THRDC): Security Management & Risk Assessment Training for Human Rights Defenders- BBC Media Action: Engaging with the Media and Life Skills- International Budget Partnership: Health and Budgets Training WorkshopThroughout my career, I have published articles and statements on critical health issues and represented organisations in significant international forums, including the World Health Assembly. My publications include:- Primary Health Care Investment is the 3-for-1 Investment That Can Help Us Get There- The Position of People’s Health Movement Tanzania (PHM Tanzania) Regarding the Universal Health Insurance Bill (UHI)My work has been featured by The Elders and Wemos, underscoring my contributions to addressing the health workforce crisis and advocating for health for all. I have strong communication skills, project management expertise, & a profound ability to engage with diverse communities.I am driven by the belief that health is a fundamental human right & remain dedicated to creating impactful changes in the public health landscape. My goal is to continue working towards the promotion of public health systems & to lobby policymakers, enforcers, & communities to ensure primary health care interventions & services exist at the community level.Let's CONNECT to achieve UHC & promote health equity.

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  University Of Dodoma

  Political Science And Government