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The Voice of Africa is delighted to recognize Rebkha Atnafou as our Advisor of the Month. Her exceptional role as our Partnership Liaison Advisor has been instrumental in forging significant connections and driving our mission forward. Through her strategic partnerships and visionary guidance, Rebkha has substantially enhanced our student exchange and mentorship programs, positioning The Voice of Africa at the forefront of global health and community development initiatives.
Championing Strategic Partnerships
Rebkha Atnafou-Boyer, MPH, stands as a beacon of expertise and dedication in the fields of health and community development. As the founder and CEO of RnD Associates, she leads a capacity-building organization that provides extensive training, community assessment, and program evaluation services across the DMV area. Her leadership extends to her role as Director of the Bunting Neighborhood Leadership Program at Johns Hopkins Urban Health Institute, and as a Research Associate at the School of Medicine and Global Health Catalyst. Rebkha’s multifaceted professional journey is a testament to her commitment to fostering health, equity, and community resilience.
Bridging Gaps and Building Networks
Rebkha’s standout achievements with The Voice of Africa include her ability to connect us with key partners, thereby amplifying our efforts and expanding our network. She has been instrumental in bringing in partners for our student exchange and mentorship programs, including the esteemed Global Health Catalyst. Her strategic vision and ability to forge strong partnerships have not only enhanced our organizational capacity but also enriched our programmatic impact.
Expertise and Contributions
Rebkha’s diverse expertise encompasses leadership development, systems design, adolescent health, and sexual health. She is a recognized authority in building quality systems that promote health, conducting community asset and needs assessments, and executing comprehensive program evaluations. Her work illuminates sociocultural barriers to cancer prevention and promotes gender equity, sexual health, and youth development. Her broad spectrum of specialties ensures that her advice is grounded in evidence-based practices and tailored to meet the nuanced needs of our communities.
Facilitating Growth and Opportunities
Rebkha’s strategic insights have been crucial in helping The Voice of Africa scale its operations. She consistently provides us with valuable resources and sends us information about events and networking opportunities that are essential for our growth. Her advice on program quality assessment and development has led to the enhancement of our service delivery models, ensuring they are both effective and sustainable. Rebkha’s guidance in system design and implementation has enabled us to build robust frameworks that support our mission of promoting health and equity across African communities.
A Key Part of The Voice of Africa
Rebkha Atnafou embodies the spirit and mission of The Voice of Africa. Her dedication to improving community health and her unwavering commitment to equity resonate deeply with our organizational values. She continues to be a vital part of our team, inspiring us with her vision and driving us toward greater heights.
We are honored to celebrate Rebkha Atnafou as our Advisor of the Month. Her contributions have been pivotal in our journey, and we look forward to many more years of collaboration and success under her guidance. Thank you, Rebkha, for being the voice of wisdom, strength, and change at The Voice of Africa.
