Women in Global Health Research Initiative
Women's Infectious Diseases Global Scholars Program
WINGS is a two-year leadership and career development program designed to train and support the next generation of leaders in global infectious diseases in women's health. The WINGS program consists of a structured curriculum for developing leadership, communication, and mentoring skills; bi-monthly seminars with guest speakers, in-person workshops, peer mentoring groups, and individualized research advisory teams with leading experts in the field.
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Program History
The WINGS program grew out of the Female Global Scholars Program, an initiative launched by the Women in Global Health Research Initiative.
Built on a foundation of peer mentorship, leadership, and scientific advancement, these guiding principles continue to shape WINGS program.
To date, the Female Global Scholars Program has supported 32 alumnae across seven countries, representing a wide range of academic disciplines and research interests.
Hear from our Alumni
Geneviéve Hilaire, M.D., a Female Global Scholar, is a clinician and research physician in the Sexually Transmitted Infections clinic in Haiti. Her goals is to become a clinical researcher that focuses on STI prevention and treatment for vulnerable populations in Haiti.
Glory Joseph, M.D., a Female Global Health Scholar, completed education and training in Russia, India, and Tanzania. She is a cardiologist in Tanzania.