John Bok Chol

Motivated By Contributing to Health Equity and Systems Strengthening

Kenya

Motivated By Contributing to Health Equity and Systems Strengthening

I am a healthcare professional shaped by a deep commitment to resilience, service, and transformative impact. Growing up in a context of fragility and limited access to formal education, I quickly understood the power of education as a tool for personal and community transformation. From an early age, displaced to Kenya as a refugee, I demonstrated a focused drive to overcome systemic barriers, pursuing my foundational education across fragile borders and rebuilding academic momentum where opportunities emerged.

Motivated by a vision to contribute meaningfully to health equity and systems strengthening, I pursued medical training at Moi University in Kenya—an experience that sharpened my clinical skills and deepened my resolve to lead in challenging contexts. During my studies, I held multiple leadership roles, including serving as Chairperson of South Sudanese students in North-Rift and Western Kenya. In this role, I advocated for student welfare, engaged with the South Sudanese ambassador to Kenya, and helped open communication channels between students and national stakeholders. I was also nominated by the Dean of Students to chair two high-level university election committees, both of which I conducted successfully. Despite facing regional instability and financial barriers, I completed my medical degree with support from Windle Trust International and my family.