Biography

Francis Iyama is the Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning, and Accountability (MEAL) Officer at RedAid Nigeria. He holds a Master’s degree in Public Health and certifications in Project Management in Global Health, Policy and Advocacy in Global Health, and Monitoring and Evaluation in Global Health.
Francis has extensive experience in health projects addressing Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), Tuberculosis, and HIV, where he has played key roles in research, monitoring, evaluation, and dissemination of findings. His work focuses on ensuring data-driven decision-making and effective program delivery to improve health outcomes.

Expertise

TB Diagnostics
Public Health

Key Impacts

Improving knowledge and access to health and development information for illiterate women and girls in three urban slums in Southeast Nigeria

A study in Southeast Nigeria found that using localized audio formats, such as WhatsApp and memory cards, significantly improved knowledge about essential health information among illiterate women and girls in urban slums. This innovative approach bridges the knowledge gap and provides a more inclusive solution for marginalized populations.

Source: Conference 2024