Wafaa M Rashed, Chair and Founder of PAPERI (Pan-African PGS Education and Research Initiative), shared a post on LinkedIn:
“‘Africa’s future in genomics will not be left to chance — it will be forged by courageous young scientists who dare to shape policies for justice and equitable health.’
Applications Now Open for the 12th Cohort of the ‘Policy Advocacy in Genetics and Genomics’ Course
Hosted by the Pan-African PGS Education and Research Initiative (PAPERI)
Open to African and Global Scientists, Advocates, and Professionals
This intensive online course is designed to transform emerging and mid-career leaders into influential policy advocates — ensuring that African and global voices drive the ethical and equitable integration of genetics and genomics into health systems and research agendas.
What You’ll Gain
Certificate upon completion
Final policy debate and presentation opportunity
Join a pan-African and global network of scientists and advocates
Post-course visibility (e.g., blog authorship, engagement opportunities)
Cohort Timeline
Course Start: 09 October 2025
Final Exam Due: 25 October 2025
Final Presentations and Debate: 01 November 2025
Applications Open: 27 September 2025
Application Deadline: 04 October 2025
Who Should Apply?
Young scientists, graduate students, researchers, policymakers, healthcare professionals, bioethicists, and advocates committed to shaping the future of genomics policy in Africa and beyond.
Share widely — let’s build the next generation of African policy champions in genomics!”
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