Journeys in Global Health Equity: A Conversation with Amina Abubakar

Amina Abubakar is professor of Psychology and director of the Institute for Human Development at Aga Khan University in Nairobi. Her work focuses on quantifying the neurocognitive burden of early childhood diseases, developing culturally appropriate psychological measures for use in sub-Saharan Africa, and identifying culturally appropriate intervention strategies for at-risk children.

The neurodevelopmental tools and measures Dr. Abubakar has helped develop have been used in more than 25 low- and middle-income countries.

In this seminar, Dr. Abubakar discusses her experiences in Kenya that led to her focus on neurocognitive and mental health outcomes for children and her commitment to tools and interventions that are aligned with local cultures and needs.