Catherine Zhao

What is Global Health to you? To me, it represents both critical needs and opportunities to drive meaningful change and find fulfilment.
As SfGH Deputy Chair, I will expand our capacity to tackle health inequalities through education, advocacy, and community action.

My Experiences:

• KCL Nutrition & Dietetics BSc → IC Global Health Management MSc
• Science + Clinical + Business:
  • Worked in the NHS + biotech startup + with leading nutrition and public health researchers.
  • Networks across the UK, France, and China.
• Leadership & Collaboration: ex-President of KCL Nutrition Society, led to Gold Accreditation through diverse partnerships.
• Health Advocacy: Authored newsletters for 4000+ nutrition students and professionals • Presented at BAPEN conference, to improve healthcare students’ understanding of malnutrition • Worked in KCL Inclusive Education Project for marginalised groups.

Objectives for us:

1. Connect with those who impact Global Health & interdisciplinary collaboration:

• Health and innovation conferences (AI in healthcare, sustainability).
• Global Health Hackathon, fostering innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Simulation of the World Health Assembly.

2. Connect with those affected by Global Health & integrate intersectionality:

• Intersectionality in Health series with expert speakers, exploring inequities, including in conflict zones.

3. Support our students’ journeys:

• Mentorship to connect with professionals/alumni for career guidance.
• Advocacy Bootcamp to develop campaigning skills, including media use and policy brief writing.

Global health has different meanings for everyone.

In the SfGH committee, I will ensure we inspire and support you through accessible opportunities for all. We will always uphold the central values of: Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Advocacy.