Board of Directors
George Anwuri, PhD
Director
Rev. Fr. Kevin Iwuoha, PhD
Director
Kevin Egboluche, PhD
Director
Lisa Fongwen, RN
Director
Staff, Volunteers & Consultants
Romuladus “Romey” Azuine, DrPH, MPH, MA, RN
Executive Director
Lead Faculty, Public Health 360
Romuladus “Romey” Azuine, DrPH, MPH, MA, RN
Executive Director | Lead Faculty, Public Health 360
Dr. Romuladus “Romey” Azuine serves as the Executive Director of Global Health and Education Projects, Inc. (GHEP) and a public health leader with expertise in global health, program design, research, maternal and child health, and mental health. He holds a DrPH from Morgan State University, an MPH from Howard University College of Medicine, an MA from Bowie State University, and nursing qualifications from Kingston University and St. George’s Hospital Medical School in the United Kingdom. He also completed leadership training at Harvard Kennedy School. Dr. Azuine is committed to preparing and mentoring current and future public health professionals to lead meaningful careers and create lasting impact in communities worldwide.
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Sussan E. Ekejiuba, DVM, PhD, MS, PMP
Director of Programs
Program Manager, Greater PG Diaper Bank
Sussan E. Ekejiuba, DVM, PhD, MS, PMP
Director of Programs | Program Manager, Greater PG Diaper Bank
Dr. Sussan E. Ekejiuba serves as GHEP’s Director of Programs and Program Manager of the Greater PG Diaper Bank. Her multidisciplinary expertise spans data science, pharmacology, data analytics, artificial intelligence, large language models, prompt engineering, and project management. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Nigeria, a PhD from Howard University, and an MS from the University of Maryland Global Campus. She is also a certified Project Management Professional. Driven by innovation and continuous learning, Dr. Ekejiuba applies data and emerging technologies to address challenges in education, maternal and child health, and public health, with particular interest in advancing health equity among underserved populations.
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Nzube P. Nsofor, MS, PhD
Program Manager, Public Health 360 Fellowship
Nzube P. Nsofor, MS, PhD
Program Manager, Public Health 360 Fellowship
Dr. Nzube P. Nsofor is Program Manager of GHEP’s Public Health 360 Fellowship. She brings expertise in research, data analysis, environmental science, financial management, project design and management, coaching, and motivational leadership. Dr. Nsofor earned her MS from Michigan State University and her PhD from Morgan State University and is a former MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Fellow. Her work is grounded in the belief that education, mentorship, and practical skills can transform lives and strengthen communities. At GHEP, she is committed to empowering emerging professionals, particularly those from historically underserved communities, to develop the knowledge, confidence, and leadership capacity needed to reduce inequities and improve health outcomes locally and globally.
Contact Dr. Nzube: [email protected] · LinkedIn profile
Brownmagnus Olivers, MS
Outreach & Communications Officer
Program Officer, Family Tree Adoption Program
Brownmagnus Olivers, MS
Outreach & Communications Officer | Program Officer, Family Tree Adoption Program
Brownmagnus Olivers serves as GHEP’s Outreach and Communications Officer and Program Officer for the Family Tree Adoption Program. His expertise spans public health outreach, community engagement, digital communications, health education technology, computer science, databases, and information systems. He holds an HND from Abia State University and an MS from the University of Maryland Global Campus, with additional experience in health and safety training and education in the oil and gas sector. His work reflects a commitment to making public health information accessible and using technology, communication, and community partnerships to connect underserved families with resources. He seeks to empower communities with knowledge and help public health professionals thrive.
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Chidubem “CJ” Egboluche, DVM, MPH
Program Officer, Partnerships & Linkages
Chidubem “CJ” Egboluche, DVM, MPH
Program Officer, Partnerships & Linkages
Dr. Chidubem “CJ” Egboluche serves as GHEP’s Program Officer for Partnerships and Linkages. His areas of expertise include public health, health policy and management, global health, and One Health. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Nigeria and his MPH from Howard University College of Medicine and is a DrPH candidate at Morgan State University. His professional experience also includes a policy internship with the Maryland State Senate. Dr. Egboluche is committed to developing the next generation of public health leaders to think not only as practitioners, but also as policymakers and managers. His work focuses on equipping emerging leaders to address health disparities and help redesign the systems and policies that contribute to them.
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Rowena Saplala, BSc
Journal Manager
Rowena Saplala, BSc
Journal Manager
Rowena Saplala serves as Journal Manager at Global Health and Education Projects, Inc. (GHEP), where she oversees the day-to-day operations of GHEP’s scholarly journals. Her responsibilities span manuscript and peer-review management, communications with editors and editorial board members, author correspondence and outreach, and coordination of articles through the publication process. As a key member of GHEP’s editorial office, she helps maintain efficient workflows and supports authors, reviewers, and editors throughout the scholarly publishing process. Through her work, Rowena contributes to GHEP’s commitment to advancing and disseminating high-quality research in public health, maternal and child health, and related fields.
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Shahadat Hossain, BPharm, MBA
IT Consultant
Shahadat Hossain, BPharm, MBA
IT Consultant
Shahadat Hossain serves as an IT Consultant with Global Health and Education Projects, Inc. (GHEP), supporting the technology infrastructure behind the organization’s programs and scholarly publishing activities. He provides technical support for GHEP’s journal platforms, including Open Journal Systems (OJS), website administration, and digital publishing operations. His broader technology work encompasses web development, hosting, server and infrastructure management, and digital solutions. Shahadat holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy and an MBA, combining a multidisciplinary background with practical expertise in information technology. At GHEP, he helps ensure that the organization’s digital platforms remain functional, accessible, and capable of supporting efficient scholarly communication and program operations.
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GHEP is led by a diverse team of dedicated board of directors, staff, and volunteers. Our team members are global thought leaders instigating positive change within their communities and in their areas of expertise. 100% of our staff have lived experiences with health disparities studying, living and/or practicing public health in developed and developing countries. To reach out to any of our team members, please send an email to info [at] globalhealthprojects [dot] org and your message will be directed promptly and appropriately.