Akomapa Global Health Leadership Training Program
Training the Next Generation of Ethical, Compassionate, and Impact-Driven Health Leaders
A semester-long, certificate-bearing course that equips emerging health professionals with the knowledge, empathy, and vision to lead transformative change in global health.
About the Program
The Akomapa Global Health Leadership Training Program is a semester-long, certificate-bearing course that equips emerging health professionals with the knowledge, empathy, and vision to lead transformative change in global health.
Taught by world experts from leading universities across Africa, the United States, and beyond, and from top global health organizations, this program unites students passionate about reimagining healthcare — from classrooms to communities.
Rooted in Akomapa's philosophy of leadership through service, the course blends rigorous academic instruction with mentorship, live dialogue, and hands-on learning from the field.
Our Vision
To train a new generation of 1,000+ global health leaders who lead with integrity, humility, and innovation — bridging the gap between care and justice, and between learning and leadership.
What You'll Learn
Our curriculum integrates cross-disciplinary theory, ethical frameworks, and practice-based learning — all grounded in real case studies from Akomapa clinics across Ghana and the United States.
Core Themes
Community Engagement
Partnering authentically with local voices and systems.
Cultural Humility
Practicing reflective, inclusive leadership.
Ethical Leadership
Navigating complexity with transparency and accountability.
Interprofessional Collaboration
Working across disciplines for integrated care.
Health Systems Innovation
Designing and scaling creative, context-driven solutions.
Sustainable Systems Building
Ensuring impact that outlives projects and individuals.
How the Program Works
Duration
10–16 weeks (semester-long)
Format
Virtual and hybrid delivery (live + asynchronous)
Structure
Weekly live sessions, peer discussions, and applied projects
Certification
Akomapa Certificate in Global Health Leadership awarded upon completion
Program Features
Featured Speaker Series
Renowned global health leaders from WHO, Yale, UCLA, University of Ghana, and beyond share insights on leadership and equity.
Student-Led Discussions
Each week, students moderate conversations, lead reflections, and present on local/global case studies.
Interactive Assignments
Real-world challenges drawn from Akomapa's clinics and global partner sites, encouraging systems thinking and problem-solving.
Capstone Project
Each participant designs a practical, community-driven intervention plan with mentorship from Akomapa faculty and field partners.
Faculty & Contributors
Taught and mentored by faculty and practitioners from leading institutions and organizations worldwide.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Students gain exclusive access to:
Mentorship Access
Mentorship from Akomapa's global advisory network
Case-Based Learning
Case-based learning from active student-run clinics
Immersion Program
Invitations to the Akomapa Global Health Immersion Program
Networking Sessions
Global networking sessions and leadership roundtables
Leadership Summit
Priority participation in the annual Akomapa Global Health Leadership Summit
Impact Goal
By 2027, we aim to:
Train students and young professionals in ethical, community-driven leadership
Build a sustainable pipeline of interprofessional global health leaders across countries
Strengthen links between academic learning and real-world systems change through the Akomapa Network
Voices from Participants
"The Akomapa Program changed how I see leadership. It's not about titles — it's about empathy, ethics, and action."
Join the Next Cohort
Become Part of a Global Movement
Shape the future of compassionate, ethical healthcare through our Global Health Leadership Training Program.
