Dr. Uche Ralph-Opara is a Medical Doctor and Global Health Expert with nearly two decades of experience. As Chief Health Officer at Project HOPE, she provides strategic leadership in addressing global health challenges, including infectious diseases, maternal and child health, and health systems strengthening. She holds an MBBS from the University of Port-Harcourt, Nigeria, an MSc in Public Health from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, and an MBA from the University of South Wales. Recognized with numerous accolades, including the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s Breastfeeding Hero Award, she is a passionate advocate for gender equity, dedicating her career to empowering women and girls. Dr. Ralph-Opara has led transformative programs across multiple countries, impacting millions of lives. As a mother of four, she champions health equity and gender-sensitive policies, mentoring the next generation of female leaders in global health.
