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Washington Onyango-Ouma
Chairperson
Kenya
Leadership
Our Team
The elected officials who steer the Anthropological Association of Kenya and serve its members across research, practice and professional development.
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Olivia Achieng Otuoma
Deputy Chairperson
Project Management · Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital
Nairobi, Kenya
Fernandos Kregdie Ongolly
Secretary General
Research · University College Dublin
Kildare, Ireland
I am an experienced researcher with a strong background in medical anthropology and business, with a PhD from University College Dublin. My research focuses on access to essential medicines, with comparative studies across different income settings. I have a decade of experience in conducting both qualitative and quantitative research, managing projects in academia, and contributing to impactful publications. My expertise extends to working with various research tools, leading interdisciplinary teams, and managing digital resources. Passionate about improving global health through evidence-based solutions and innovative research methodologies. Additionally, I have over three years of experience in immigration consulting at the Irish Universities Association, where I support researchers relocating to Ireland and co-manage the Scientific Researchers' work permit system (Hosting Agreement Scheme).
Lusigi Kariuki
Treasurer
Civil servant · GoK
KIAMBU, Kenya
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Mariam Florence Yusuf
Assistant Secretary
Research · KU leuven
Flemish Brabant, Belgium
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Monica Wanjiru
Programs Administrator
Student · University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya