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Dr. Luchuo Engelbert Bain MD, MPH, MSc (Bioethics), MBA (Strategic HRM), PhD (Transdisciplinary Solutions in Global Health)
Dr. Bain is a global public health physician, public speaker, implementation research scientist, and empirical bioethicist with over 15 years of experience. He currently leads the International Programs Unit at the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) in Nairobi, Kenya, a leading African research think tank. Previously, he held senior roles at the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) in Canada, the University of Lincoln in the UK, and has consulted for organizations such as the UNFPA, WHO, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and PSI. Dr. Bain is also the convener of Global Health Otherwise, a platform that challenges conventional global health narratives. His expertise spans sexual and reproductive health, bioethics, decolonization of knowledge systems, global health diplomacy, and science communication. He serves on various advisory bodies, including the WHO Sexual Health and Well-being Advisory Group, the International Planned Parenthood Federation’s Medical Advisory Panel, and the Africa CDC’s Public Health Intelligence Report working group. He is also an advisor for the u’Good project, focusing on young people’s well-being in urban environments.
Inspiring Minds
My goal is to inspire others to believe in themselves, embrace failure as part of growth, and feel confident in trying.
Years of Experience
To Impact Positively
My mission is to positively impact the lives of others—anywhere, anytime—no matter the size of the gesture, one day and one life at a time.
15+
Years of Experience
100+
Published Papers
Striving for Authenticity
I aim to live authentically and leave the world a little better than I found it.
15+
Years of Experience
100+
Published Papers
Core Expertise
Health Policy
Curriculum Design
Curriculum Design – Decolonization of Global Health
+ Global Health Mentorship: Challenges and Opportunities for Equitable Partnership
Science Communication
An Alternative Narrative to Global Health
Global Health Otherwise is a platform that offers an alternative perspective on global health. We examine key issues through a decolonial lens, simplify complex topics, share groundbreaking research, and amplify disruptive voices driving change in the field. It’s a space for impactful dialogue and innovation in global health.
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