VP Global Health
The role of the Global Health team is to promote advocacy and education among students and the broader community on social justice and equity issues related to local, national, and international health. These include (but are not limited to) the areas of Indigenous Health, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Displaced Peoples Health, and Environmental Health. The portfolio works with other student groups, community organizations, faculty, and medical schools nationally and internationally on these issues and to promote Global Health events, curriculum, and learning opportunities.
Celine Chen
VP Global Health Sr.
About Me
Hello! My name is Celine (she/her), and I am a second year medical student. Before medical school I completed my undergrad in Anatomy and Cell Biology at McGill University, my master’s in Global Health at McMaster University, and worked as a research coordinator at SickKids in Child Health and Evaluative Sciences. I have been fortunate to get hands-on experience in global health through conducting research on refugee sexual and reproductive health in Greece, maternal and child health systems in India, and genetic screening and public policy in Canada. I have a deep commitment in advancing global health and justice and I hope to bring what I have learned in these experiences to my role as VP Global Health Sr.
On a more personal note I love baking and cooking, trying new recipes and cuisines, spending time with friends and family, and experiencing new cultures through travelling.
1. Building Partnerships: Strengthen collaboration with institutions and stakeholders to enhance the impact of global health initiatives through building strategic alliances with local, national, and international organizations working in refugee and migrant health, sexual and reproductive health, indigenous health, rural health, and environmental issues.
2. Expanding Local Engagement: Increase student engagement in global health at the local level through hosting networking events, showcasing local global health opportunities, and collaborating with community health organizations to foster involvement in local global health projects.
3. Capacity Building: Empower students to take leadership roles and contribute to global health initiatives through organizing educational workshops on current global health issues and creating mentorship opportunities with global health professionals.
Year Plan and Goals
Reasons to Contact Me
If you have any questions or want to yap about anything global health, don’t hesitate to reach out!
Project Pods
Shayan Ahmed
VP Global Health Jr.
About Me
Hello! My name is Shayan and I am a first year medical student. I grew up loving and playing sports, which eventually led me to pursue Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan. Along the way, I coached youth basketball, worked as a physical trainer for kids with disabilities, and co-founded the Get Moving Initiative to help people build sustainable physical activity habits.
I spent my high school years outside Prince Albert in a rural community, which gave me early insight into access gaps in healthcare and shaped my interest in global health and equity.
In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with friends and family, watching and playing sports, video games, traveling, and I’m a big foodie: @uoftmedfoodies on instagram
Year Plans and Goals
This year, I hope to help organize student-led global health initiatives, support awareness events, and make it easier for classmates to find opportunities related to advocacy, education, and community engagement. I would love to work on projects that connect global health concepts to real issues in our local communities, while learning from the national CFMS network. A big goal of mine is to create spaces where students feel comfortable sharing ideas and getting involved, whether that’s through workshops or informal discussions. Personally, I’m excited to keep learning, build meaningful connections, and grow into a stronger advocate for equitable healthcare.
Reasons to Contact Me
Feel free to reach out about anything global health related - whether it’s getting involved, sharing ideas, starting initiatives, or just asking questions. I’m always happy to connect!
Project Pods