Mona Mowafi, Sc.D.
Founder and President, RISE Egypt
Professional Overview
Mona Mowafi is a public health expert and social entrepreneur with a strong track record of driving innovative solutions to address complex social challenges. As the Founder and President of RISE Egypt, she leverages her extensive experience in global health, program management, and community development to empower underserved populations and foster sustainable change.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Founder and President of RISE Egypt since 2013, Mona is responsible for setting the strategic vision, overseeing program implementation, and leading a team of dedicated professionals. Under her leadership, RISE Egypt has launched several successful initiatives focused on improving health outcomes, promoting educational access, and fostering economic empowerment in underprivileged communities across Egypt.
Career Progression
Prior to founding RISE Egypt, Mona held various roles that have contributed to her diverse expertise. She served as a Visiting Scientist at Harvard University, where she conducted research on public health interventions and their impact on marginalized populations. As the Co-founder and President of EgyptNegma, she spearheaded efforts to establish a social enterprise focused on youth empowerment and community development. Mona also gained valuable experience as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at Harvard University and a Program Manager at Health Career Connection.
Academic Background
Mona holds a Sc.D. in Social Epidemiology from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, where she specialized in understanding the social determinants of health and developing community-based solutions. She also earned an MHS in International Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a B.S./B.A. in Biochemistry and Middle East Studies from the University of Virginia.
Areas of Expertise
- Global health program design and implementation
- Community engagement and social entrepreneurship
- Monitoring and evaluation of public health interventions
- Strategic planning and organizational leadership
- Cross-cultural collaboration and stakeholder management
Professional Impact
Under Mona's leadership, RISE Egypt has positively impacted the lives of thousands of individuals through its innovative programs. Notable achievements include:
- Establishing community-based health clinics that have provided high-quality, affordable care to underserved populations
- Developing educational initiatives that have increased access to primary and secondary education for girls and marginalized youth
- Launching small business support programs that have empowered women and young entrepreneurs to launch and scale their ventures
Conclusion
Mona Mowafi is a passionate and visionary leader who has dedicated her career to driving positive social change. With her deep expertise in public health, community development, and social entrepreneurship, she is well-positioned to continue expanding the reach and impact of RISE Egypt, ultimately contributing to the sustainable development of communities in Egypt and beyond.
