EP162 Healing Communities and Transforming Systems with Toluwalase Akinluyi

In this episode we speak with Toluwalase Akinluyi, known as LA, an MPH student studying Public Health Management. We explore her journey from physiotherapy in Nigeria to public health leadership at New York University. LA shares how she transitioned from clinical practice to policy and advocacy, her passion for healthcare management, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. As Vice President of the African Graduate Student Association at NYU, she discusses mentorship, community-building, and championing diversity in global health. We also dive into her experiences as an international student navigating NYU, her perspective on health equity, and how she is leveraging public health policy to create lasting change. Join us for an inspiring conversation on breaking barriers, leading with impact, and transforming public health from the ground up. Connect with Toluwalase Akinluyi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toluwalaseakinluyi/ To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit http://www.publichealth.nyu.edu.