Sumayya Al Mansur

Sumayya Al-Mansur

Medical Doctor | Behavioral & Health Communication Strategist | Public Health Advocate

About Me

I am Dr. Sumayya A. Al-Mansur, a dedicated global health and public health professional with extensive experience in clinical practice, research, and strengthening health systems across Africa and beyond. My journey has been fueled by a passion for health equity, health literacy, and building resilient systems that serve underserved communities effectively.

I am also deeply invested in research and capacity building. As a Research Coordinator for the Health Impact Hub, I established platforms for young researchers and provided mentorship in data analysis and ethical use of AI tools. My publications in international journals reflect my commitment to advancing knowledge in global health, health systems, and health equity.

 

Beyond my professional roles, I am passionate about empowering communities through health education and leadership. I have mentored numerous young professionals, served as a graduate teaching assistant at the University of Maryland, and delivered health literacy initiatives to improve access and understanding among underserved populations.

 

Pivotal Roles I Have Held

My Expertise

 

My expertise includes:

Health System Strengthening

Enhancing workforce efficiency and implementing evidence-based strategies.

Health Literacy

Designing culturally relevant programs to promote health awareness and behavior change.

Leadership Development

Mentoring future leaders to drive sustainable improvements in public health.

I believe in the power of collaboration and innovation to address health inequities. Lets connect to explore how we can work together to create impactful, sustainable solutions for healthier communities.

Education

University of Maryland, College Park

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Behavioral and Community Health (In Progress)

National Open University of Nigeria

Master of Science (MSc), Public Health, 2023

University of Jos, Plateau, Nigeria

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Medicine, 2017

Certifications

CITI Program

Social and Behavioral Research, 2024
Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct, 2024

IAP Career College

Certificate in Sociology, 2024

Johns Hopkins University

R Programming, 2023

Yale University

Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action, 2022

University of Michigan

Addressing Racial Health Inequity in Healthcare, 2023

University of Washington

Leadership and Management in Health, 2023
Policy Development and Advocacy for Global Health, 2022

University of Leiden

Population Health: Health & Health Behavior, 2022

Young Foundation for Social Development

International Volunteering Training, 2022

High Impact Careers

Project Management, 2022