Professional headshot of Jonta Kamara wearing a light blue blazer. Poster announces her participation in Global Hart's 'Global Health in a Changing World' symposium on Youth Leadership in Health Policy, April 13, 2026, 10:00 AM EST. Virtual event, free and open to public. Includes QR code to join calendar and LinkedIn contact link.

I will be joining Global Hart to share my experience and ways to engage in health policy in our changing world. 🌍💜

📅 April 13, 2026
🕐 10:00 AM EST
📍 Virtual
👉🏾 Register via the QR code

#JontaKam #HealthPolicy

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'Limit your engagements to avoid burnout. Don't spread yourself too thin by saying yes to every opportunity.'

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Lesson 5 Less Is More

Limit your engagements to avoid burnout. Don't spread yourself too thin by saying yes to every opportunity.

This year, I made a strategic choice. I decided to write fewer blog posts and redirect that effort toward social media and providing services.

#JontaKam (1/2)

A a speaking engagement "We can't forget that incredible information!"

"We can't forget that incredible information!" 💜

So great to hear this about my panel discussion on sexual and reproductive crises with Hope For Refugees International.

If you are looking for a speaker for your event, I'm available.
🔗 For more info: www.jontakam.com/services

#JontaKam

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Lesson 4: Ask for Help

When I posted in the public health club asking for help using AI for social media creation, I wasn't sure who would respond, but people responded. ✨

💭 Who could you reach out to today for support on your next challenge?

🔗 : www.jontakam.com/blog/lessons...

#JontaKam

"Wishing all the incredible women a day filled with laughter and love."

"Celebrating the incredible women in my network, built through conferences, events, meals, and meaningful conversations."

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Collage of 7 photos of women I have met along my public health journey.

Instead of focusing on the inequities, this year I wanted to celebrate the incredible women I've met throughout my public health journey.

Thank you for your work, your commitment, and for showing up. 💜 (1/2)

#JontaKam #Blog #IWD #IWD2026 #CareerGrowth #YoungProfessional #CareerAdvice

Here is a recap of the workshop I facilitated in preparation for #AYHS2025. 🌍

We explored ways to build policies for youth engagement in African Ministries of Health. It was powerful hearing so many ideas on better engaging with youth and fostering inter-generational dialogues.

#JontaKam

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Lesson 3: Pitch Yourself

Your pitch means nothing if you never use it. Seek out organizations and people where you see alignment, then send that email. 💌

So whatever you're working on, start sharing it.

🔗 : www.jontakam.com/blog/lessons...

#JontaKam #ProfessionalDevelopment

Upcoming Events carousel slide 1 of 5, branded by Jonta Kamara, MPH. Three events listed: March 3 (Tuesday) – Royal Society of Biology Bioscience Careers Week, Virtual; March 7 (Saturday) – Black Women in Science Brunch, Cambridge, UK; March 9 (Monday) – 70th Commission on the Status of Women, NYC, NY, USA

Upcoming Events carousel slide 2 of 5, branded by Jonta Kamara, MPH. Four events listed: March 11 (Wednesday) – You Belong Here: Future Leaders in STEM, AstraZeneca, Virtual; March 16 (Monday) – Royal Society: Science as a Global Public Good, London, UK; March 17 (Tuesday) – Google For Health: The Check UP, Virtual; March 23 (Monday) – Minoritized Life Science Future Forum Conference, Edinburgh, UK."

Upcoming Events carousel slide 3 of 5, branded by Jonta Kamara, MPH. Four events listed: March 24 (Tuesday) – Virtual Career & Leadership Forum, Virtual; March 24 (Tuesday) – National Women's Health Summit, Toronto, ON, Canada; March 27 (Friday) – Harvard Africa Business Conference, Boston, MA, USA; March 28 (Saturday) – LSE Africa Summit: AI in Africa, London, UK."

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📅 Make the most of global health, life sciences, and professional development events this March!

For more details, check out the calendar by The Catalyst in Me: thecatalystinme.com/calendar/

#JontaKam #GlobalHealth

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🌟The Jonta Kam Archives!🌟

10 years ago, I was a high school student organizing my last Black History Month Assembly.

I did not realize I was quietly building my career.

📷️ : Ashbury Photographer (5-7)
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#JontaKam

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Lesson 2 of 6: Always Have a Pitch Ready

You can't build visibility without clarity 💡

Be ready at A networking event, a conference hallway, a casual coffee chat, as you never know who you're about to meet.

🔗 : www.jontakam.com/blog/lessons...

#JontaKam #Careers

Jonta Kamara announces her participation as a panelist on the Youth Leadership Panel at the 2026 CAACC Conference, hosted by Western University's Africa Institute. The virtual conference runs February 26–27, 2026. Sponsored by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, and Western Research.

Promotional flyer for a panel titled 'Breaking Barriers and Building Pathways for Meaningful Youth Leadership' at the Canada-Africa Academic Collaborations Conference (CAACC), February 26–27, 2026. The panel takes place February 26, 2026, 1:20–2:20 PM EST. Panelists include Jonta Kamara (Health Systems & Policy Specialist, Founder of JontaKam), Deborah Ola (MD Student, University of Toronto, and 2025 Canadian Youth Delegate for Global Health), Marot Touloung (Co-Founder & Team Lead, African Youth Action Network), Bailey Waukey (Youth Reconciliation Specialist and Founder of Frayed Feathers), and Tyler Tukamuhabwa (Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, Reach One Touch One Ministries Uganda). Moderated by Elle Eyre. Hosted by Western University's Africa Institute. Sponsored by Western Research, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry, and Western University.

I'll be joining a panel at the Canada-Africa Academic Collaborations Conference (CAACC) at @westernu.ca focused on impactful pathways for youth leadership. 🌍🤝🇨🇦

📅 February 26, 2026
🕐️ 1:20–2:20 PM EST
📍 Virtual

👉🏾 Register here: www.uwo.ca/africainstit...
@westernuai

#JontaKam #CAACC2026

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“It’s not enough to open doors; we must hold them open.”

This was said by Councillor Chris Moise, which is a remark that stayed with me at the Urban Alliance for Race Relations Diversity Youth Policy Program graduation ceremony. I attended the event as an alumnus.

#JontaKam (1/2)

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36th Summit focus: 'Health security, institutional strengthening, and coordination' with 'Systems & security' label and supporting graphics

37th Summit focus: 'Momentum on leadership, local manufacturing, and key health priorities' with 'Leadership & production' label and supporting graphics

The 39th AU Summit has wrapped up 🌍

Across the last three Summits, health has steadily moved from a sector issue to a development priority.

From strengthening institutions and health security to elevating health within Africa’s broader development agenda.

#JontaKam (1/3)

Reports of a devastating landslide at coltan mines in eastern DRC are a reminder that mining risks are life and death.🇨🇩

Global demand for cobalt and coltan grows to power renewable energy and our devices. In 2025, Stephanie Bumba and I wrote about the health risks facing miners.

#JontaKam

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📅 Make the most of global health, life sciences, and professional development events this February!

There are some great opportunities this month for learning, networking, and career growth across public health and life sciences.

Check out the calendar by TCIM for more details.

#JontaKam

What Recent AU Summits Reveal About Africa’s Health Priorities🌍️ 🩺

Across the last three African Union Summits, there has been a clear shift in how health is being positioned on the continent, from health security and institutions to leadership, local manufacturing, and self-financing.

#JontaKam

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Excited to announce I'll be at #WHS2025! 🇩🇪

I'm looking forward to meaningful discussions on strengthening youth engagement initiatives on the continent and advancing global health security.🦠

Thanks to the @worldhealthsummit.bsky.social for providing free tickets to youth groups.

#JontaKam

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🌟 New blog post! 🌟

🌎 Want to kickstart your UN career?

I'm sharing tips from my time as a UNICEF Junior Professional Consultant!

🔗 Read now: 👉🏾 www.jontakam.com/blog/want-to...

#JontaKam #GlobalHealth

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Places to look for events 1. "Check UNGA Guide to plan my schedule" 2. "Search the hashtag to see event son social media" 3. "Check UN TV for GA Sessions"

1. "Viewing AYE's Resource" 2. "Register for IYC Conference"

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Here are some more tips on how I am getting ready.

👉🏾 And, make a tailored calendar for interests to ensure you make the most of the experience!

#JontaKam #GlobalHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #HealthPolicy #Networking #ConferenceTips (2/2)

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"Pack my business clothes"

"Pack my necessities for taking pictures and ensuring my devices are always powered" Picture of a light, tripod, and powerbank

"Pack my iPad for notetaking" Image of an iPad and Apple pencil

If you are planning to be in NYC for this year's #UNGA80, here's a quick guide I put together with essentials to bring and how to prepare. 🇺🇳

What tips do you have for attending #UNGA80?

#JontaKam #GlobalHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #HealthPolicy #Networking #ConferenceTips (1/2)

"I'm attending the 80th United Nations General Assembly"

"I'm attending the 22nd Columbia Africa Business Conference by: Columbia Africa Business Club"

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🗽 This September I'm in NYC!

I'm excited to attend:
🇺🇳 80th UN General Assembly Side Events
🌍 Columbia's Africa Business Conference

These platforms are crucial for advancing African health systems and creating meaningful partnerships.

#JontaKam #GlobalHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #UNGA

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Screenshot of participants in the session.

Screenshot of participants in the session.

Slide with the title "Building Blueprints: Co-Designing Policies for Youth Health Engagement By: Lorna Enow Facilitated by: Eleleta Surafel, Jonta Kamara, Edel Koki "

Over the weekend, I facilitated a workshop in preparation for #AYHS2025.👥 🌍

💫 In the workshop, we discussed ways to build policies for youth engagement in #Africa. It was great hearing everyone's ideas on how to better engage with youth and ensure inter-generational dialogues!

#JontaKam

Climate Change — the Impact on African Women's Health  — Politics4Her Climate change poses a formidable threat to the African continent, with its impacts echoing across vulnerable communities. Amidst this challenge, it is crucial to recognize the specific…

👉🏾 To Read: www.politics4her.com/journal/clim...

🔗 More information on the Summit: au.int/en/newsevent... (3/3)

#JontaKam #Climate #Summit #AfricaWeWant

September 9, 2025 United Nations General Assembly (NYC, USA) September 11, 2025 Consulting in Life Sciences Webinar September 18, 2025 African Public Health Students Network Conference (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia)

Sept. 19, 2025 Columbia University Africa Business Conference (NYC, USA) Sept. 29, 2025 62nd Directing Council, 77th Session of the Regional Committee of WHO for the Americas (Washington, D.C.) Sept. 29, 2025 The Science of Srendipity: How Innovation Really Works (London, UK) Oct. 12, 2025 World Health Summit Conference (Berlin, Germany)

For more information visit the events calendar by TCIM

Visit these Blog Posts for Advice on Conference Navigation 1. So You Want to Attend a Public Health Conference? 2. Navigating conferences: A Strategic Guide to Maximize Your Experience

📅 Let's make the most of the global health, lifes ciences, and development events in September!

Check out this list of events for great professional growth and networking opportunities

#JontaKam #GlobalHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #HealthPolicy #Networking #ConferenceTips #PublicHealth

Dear Young Professional, It’s 2025 — Jonta Kamara, MPH Navigate your 2025 public health career with confidence! Get practical advice on research publishing, cross-sector opportunities, and career development from a health systems expert. Learn to leverage...

3️⃣ Take a moment to celebrate your wins, both big and small. Each achievement is worth recognizing! 🎉

👉🏾 Read more in my blog: www.jontakam.com/blog/dear-yo...

(2/2)

#JontaKam #Advice #PublicHealth #Career #Growth

🌟New blog post!🌟

I published a comprehensive guide on navigating the @toronto.ca Toronto Urban Fellows Program application!

Drawing from my previous experience as a Fellow, I share detailed insights on crafting compelling applications.

To read: www.jontakam.com/blog/toronto...

#JontaKam

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🌟New blog post!🌟

Want to maximize your impact at global health conferences?

📝 Dive deeper into proven networking strategies in my latest blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/navigat...

#JontaKam #GlobalHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #HealthPolicy #ConferenceTips

Your Conference Attendance Guide: From Selection to Presentation 🎯

Learn about the steps to ensure you can attend a conference.

First, decide whether you want to present or just attend.

Have a question? Drop them below or use this link to submit them anonymously! 👉🏾 buff.ly/UjE6Vxa

#JontaKam

"Conferences in Q3 July -International AIDS Society Conference -International Health Economics Association Conference -Global Health Security Conference (Occurs every 2 years) August -World Health Organization Regional Office for Africa Regional Committee Meeting September -United Nations General Assembly -Pan American Health Organization Committee Meetings"

"Conferences in Q4 October -World Health Summit -Canadian Conference on Global Health -World Health Organization Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office Regional Committee Meeting November -American Public Health Association Annual Meeting -American Association for Tropical Medicine and Hygiene Meeting -Health Systems Research Conference (occurs every 2 years) -Global Model WHO Conference December -Annual Conference on the Science of Dissemination and Implementation -Conference on Public Health in Africa

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#JontaKam #HealthSystems #HealthPolicy #CareerAdvice

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"Public Health Conferences"

"Conferences in Q1 January -World Economic Forum Annual Meeting February -Harvard Africa Health Conference -Consortium of Universities for Global Health Conference March -Africa Health Agenda International Conference"

"Conferences in Q2 April -World Health Summit Regional Meeting -Johns Hopkins Faces of Africa Conference May -World Health Assembly

🎯 Ask #JontaKam Series Returns! 📣

In my latest blog post, I advise on selecting conferences and suggest ones to consider for those interested in health systems and policy. Check the listed conferences, and if they've passed, plan for next year! Read it here: buff.ly/vfkvOe4.