Arts in Medicine Fellowship

GAIMF CLOSING CEREMONY 2024- Cohort 7 Join us in celebrating the diversity, creativity, and global collaboration of emerging leaders and experts in the field of arts and health. The Global Arts in Medicine Fellowship invites you to be part of the closing ceremony of cohort 7 from Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe Keynote Speaker: Vanesa Simon, Founder Mariposa Arts Vanesa Simon Global South Arts and Health Envoy Featuring a diverse range of performances, inspiration from Global Arts and Health Cross-Cultural Collaborations, and insightful testimonials. Register by clicking link below to join us https://lnkd.in/eieXQbVJ November 10, 2024 Time: 3:00pm GMT 1 #GAIMF2024 #Cohort7 #GlobalArtsinMedicineFellowship #ArtsandHealth #CelebrationofCreativityandCommunityBuilding Oyindamola F. Achenyo (Ache) Idachaba-Obaro Rania El-Desouki Femi Adewuyi (MD) Kate Mieczkowska Peny Chan Yifan Chen, MHS Katey Warran Dominic Campbell Evelyn Damilola Talabi

soraya sus Multimedia Artist, GAIMF,USA-Cohort 7 Civic Engagement and Creative Practice Track SORAYA SUS is a Colombian-born multimedia artist, passionate about ceramics and illustration, living in Gainesville, Florida with her useful husband Youssef, her two talented daughters Elena and Aaya, and her two adorable cats Risa and Gigi. She began her ceramic training in 1999 at the Universidad Nacional de Colombia where she took classes and did some workshops with several wonderful potters. It was then that her love for ceramics began. In 2000, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from the Fundación Universidad Jorge Tádeo de Bogota, majoring in Children Illustration. Since then, she has been in a love affair with functional and imperfect hand-formed ceramic works that strive to evoke feelings of joy and playfulness. She finds that hand formed pieces of pottery, with its curves and quirks like mugs, plates, vases, jewelry and wall hangings serve as the perfect canvas for her bold imagery depicting a menagerie of creatures in a painterly manner. #GAIMF2024 #GlobalArtsinMedicineFellowship #ArtsinMedicine #ArtsandHealth 

Taesirat Yusuf Multimedia Artist, GAIMF,Nigeria-Cohort 7 Education and Research. Track Taesirat Yusuf is a final-year medical student at Lagos State University College of Medicine. Her journey is a mix of medicine, art, and technology. She has been actively engaged, from being celebrated as a LASUMSA Outlier in 2022 to contributing to the LASUMSA social and publicity committee to being an active volunteer for the LASUMSA chapter NIMSA-SCORA and the NIMSA-standing committee on public health. Her commitment to healthcare extends to advocacy against gender-based violence through the UN Spotlight Initiative Prevention of Campus Sexual Violence Programme. Taesirat has also supported impactful health initiatives, volunteering with organizations like WARIF, the Health Drive Initiative, and the Amal outreach. Outside of medicine, she is an artist with 7 years of experience, focusing mainly on photography. Taesirat also curated international art exhibitions, notably "Untapped" in Chicago, USA, which showcased the talents of African women globally. Her work in art and technology includes contributions to platforms like Soju Africa, Kosinima, COLDS Collective, Vogue Italia, and membership in the Black Women Photographers community. In recognition of her dedication to excellence, Taesirat has received prestigious grants, such as the Robert Giard Foundation Artist Grant and the Moment 2020 Creator Grant. Her achievements are truly impressive, making waves in diverse representation within technology, standing as the first Nigerian woman in the PLEASRDAO and working as a tech marketer. #GAIMF2024 #GlobalArtsinMedicineFellowship #ArtsinMedicine #ArtsandHealth 

Madhumita Mishra Art Therapist and Psychology counselor GAIMF, Myanmar-Cohort 7 Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management Track Madhumita Mishra's passion for sketches and colours stemmed from her childhood as an artist. This passion, combined with her professional experience as an Art Therapist, has shaped her unique approach to art. She currently resides in Yangon, Myanmar, but has lived in India, Nigeria, and Ethiopia. Madhumita's inspirations are reflected on her canvas and come from her experiences of living, exploring, and painting in these countries. Madhumita has taken her passion for art to a global stage, holding several exhibitions around the world. For over five years, she has dedicated herself to working with individuals, groups, and organizations, guiding them to explore their inner selves through Art. Her ultimate goal is to inspire people to discover the transformative power of creativity and use it to heal themselves emotionally. #GAIMF2024 #GlobalArtsinMedicineFellowship #ArtsinMedicine #ArtsandHealth 

Dr. Roshni Gautam Managing Director: Sumeru Dental Clinic, Project Manager: Sewa Foundation, Certified Yoga Instructor, Artist GAIMF,Nepal-Cohort 7 Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management Track Dr. Roshni Gautam is a multifaceted professional with almost a decade of experience as a dental surgeon and as a public health professional. In her role as a Project Manager at Sewa Foundation, she has successfully led initiatives aimed at improving the lives of marginalized communities in Nepal, particularly children with cleft lip and palate. She is also a certified yoga teacher who has been guiding individuals through the transformative practice of yoga, meditation and mindfulness since 2020. Dr. Roshni is also passionately pursuing her art journey, viewing it as both a form of expression and a meditative practice. For her, art is a powerful tool to convey emotions, reflect on life, and turn inwards. She is deeply interested in exploring the therapeutic and transformative power of yoga and art. She believes in using yoga not just for physical well-being but also as a tool for mental clarity, emotional balance, and spiritual growth. Her artistic side complements her professional endeavors, allowing her to connect with people on a deeper level and inspire them toward a balanced, healthy life. Her dedication to integrity, excellence, and creativity has earned her recognition in both the medical and wellness communities, as she is always promoting a life of balance, health, and inner peace. Dr. Roshni’s dedication to advancing health equity and fostering community empowerment drives her work, whether it’s through clinical practice, public health interventions, her yoga teachings or through her art work.

Medical Intern, Graduate of Alexandria University’s Faculty of Medicine GAIMF, Egypt GAIMF,Egypt-Cohort 7 Civic Engagement and Creative Practice Track Alaa Elkarargy is a passionate medical intern with a deep interest in psychiatry, especially in the areas of addiction and mental health. A graduate of Alexandria University’s Faculty of Medicine. Alaa has gained extensive experience in clinical practice, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) through active participation in therapeutic groups. With a keen interest in psychodrama, she is currently exploring film therapy and its impact on the mental health of adolescents and children. Beyond clinical work, Alaa has taken on leadership roles in student support initiatives and health awareness campaigns, showcasing a commitment to community well-being. As a lover of languages and cultures. Alaa is eager to combine this global perspective with medical expertise. Enthusiastic about the arts in medicine, she aims to integrate storytelling, film therapy, and evidence-based practices to create meaningful change in the field of psychiatry. #GAIMF2024 #GlobalArtsinMedicineFellowship #ArtsinMedicine #ArtsandHealth 

Rashmi Balakrishnan (She/Her/Hers) Movement-based Art Therapy Practitioner, Youth Mentor, Gender Equity Educator GAIMF,India-Cohort 7 Rashmi Balakrishnan is a trauma-informed, queer-friendly movement-based art therapy practitioner with 17 years of experience in learning design and curriculum development. She is passionate about harnessing the therapeutic power of the arts to support adolescent mental health and create safe spaces for young people. As a certified youth mentor, menstrual educator, and gender educator, Rashmi has worked globally with adolescents, including at-risk youth in homes, schools, NGOs, and private groups, providing psychosocial support in environments where it’s most needed. Her work extends to collaborating with organizations dedicated to ending gender-based discrimination and violence. Rashmi has also contributed as a resource person for fellowship programs, youth leadership programs, a faculty member in a Master’s program in dance therapy, and a presenter at international conferences. She is currently pursuing a Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies from the Trauma Research Foundation, USA, and a Master’s in Psychology. She also heads a youth fellowship program, as a part of her passion project - Dreamcatchers Youth Alliance. As the Chapters Director, at the Creative Movement Therapy Association of India (CMTAI), she is committed to building a strong community of creative art therapy practitioners, students, and allied professionals. #GAIMF2024 #GlobalArtsinMedicineFellowship #ArtsinMedicine #ArtsandHealth 

Oluwatosin Kolawole Public Health Professional, Mental Health Advocate, Abstract Artist, Founder of ArtbyMo GAIMF,Nigeria-Cohort 7 Education and Research Track Oluwatosin Kolawole, fondly known as Mo, is a passionate mental health advocate and has a bachelor’s degree in Public Health. They are currently an MPH candidate at Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria. Oluwatosin, known as Mo, is a committed mental health advocate who dedicates a significant portion of their time to creating art and advocating on LinkedIn. Their focus is on dispelling myths and reducing the stigma associated with mental health, thereby increasing awareness and understanding. As someone who has personally experienced mental health illnesses, Oluwatosin shares their journey with others. Their aim is to give someone a chance to believe in life again and fight for their well-being and right to care, fostering a sense of empathy and understanding. #GAIMF2024 #GlobalArtsinMedicineFellowship #ArtsinMedicine #ArtsandHealth 

Lamya Bizrane Medical doctor, Dance instructor and performer  GAIMF, Saudi Arabia-Cohort 7 Civic Engagement and Creative Practice Lamya is a medical doctor and salsa dance instructor. During medical school, she co-founded the nonprofit "Les petits rayons du soleil," which used arts to improve the hospital experience for young onco-hematology patients and advocate for staff mental health. She was also a member of the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), and organized Morocco’s first Teddy Bear Hospital. Exposed to arts from a young age, Lamya trained in various dance styles and performed with a local semi-pro team. She continued dancing through medical school, training to become a dance instructor and eventually founding her own dance school in 2019. She taught at festivals in Morocco, France, the UK, and Saudi Arabia. In May, Lamya received a Jameel Arts & Health scholarship to join the "Arts in Health Research Program" in Suffolk. This experience inspired her to apply for the fellowship to merge her passions for medicine and the arts. Her goal is to educate and empower young people to improve their well-being and decrease drug prescription through arts. #GAIMF2024 #GlobalArtsinMedicineFellowship #ArtsinMedicine #ArtsandHealth 

Kate Mieczkowska Multidisciplinary Fine Artist GAIMF, USA-Cohort 7 Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Management Track Kate Mieczkowska (1976) is a multidisciplinary fine artist, long listed for the John Moores Painting Prize 2023, included in The Royal Academy Summer Exhibition 2024 and 2022, has shown work in a group project at The Venice Biennale 2024 and 2019, graduated as a Master of Fine Arts in 2018, won The Ward Thomas Prize for Fine Art in 2016 and has work in notable private and public collections. She is also a registered retrainer of racehorses with the ROR charity and a British Horse Society-qualified equestrian manager and trainer. Her appreciation of the natural world and our relationship to nature informs her paintings and her social practice, bringing people into awareness of their emotions through creativity. #GAIMF2024 #GlobalArtsinMedicineFellowship #ArtsinMedicine #ArtsandHealth