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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 30/06/2026

"Have a strategic approach!" ✅️ Dr. Tina shares that starting a career service firm is incredibly rewarding when you approach it strategically. ✨ 🔗 Link to read: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... #JontaKam

'Have a strategic approach!' Attribution reads '- Dr. Tina Mensa-Kwao.

"Closing slide branded by Jonta Kamara, MPH. Features an illustrated portrait of a Black woman with long natural hair in a light blue blazer, surrounded by a double dark purple circle. Text arched above reads 'READ MORE IN THE BLOG.' Below: 'Jonta Kamara, MPH' with three buttons labeled Blog, Resources, and Services, and the website www.jontakam.com/"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 29/06/2026

✨ Revisiting How I Started: The finale Dr. Tina Mensa-Kwao broke down how she built Tenacious Career Services, discussing balancing multiple commitments, building a clientele, and developing promotional material. 🔗 Link to read the full blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... #JontaKam

Closing slide branded by Jonta Kamara, MPH. Features a circular portrait of a Black woman with long natural hair in a light blue blazer, surrounded by a double dark purple circle. Text arched above reads "READ MORE IN THE BLOG." Below: "Jonta Kamara, MPH" with three buttons labeled Blog, Resources, and Services, and the website www.jontakam.com/. Footer: #JontaKam and social media handles (LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram).

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 25/06/2026

She also shares her real advice for getting started, including identifying your niche and building credibility through results. 🔗 Link to read the full blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... (3/3) #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 25/06/2026

Dr. Tina launched Tenacious Career Services to help people navigate work with confidence, resilience, and intention. She discusses how she launched services while juggling a PhD. (2/3)

"6. Collect testimonials from past clients."

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 25/06/2026

✨ Still revisiting my How I Started series, and this final feature is with Still revisiting my How I Started series, and this one is with Dr. Tina Mensa-Kwao! (1/3) #JontaKam #Services #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #CareerAdvice

"Let's Demystify Monetizing Your Skills" centered on a dark navy background. Subtitle: "With Dr. Tina Mensa-Kwao." Illustration of a Black woman with long braided hair wearing a Ankara patterned jacket in teal, red, and yellow.

"1. Identify a skill you want to monetize."

"2. Identify your niche and target audience."

"3. Assess the market for your services."

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 24/06/2026

Your alma mater is always a common thread in your career. ✨ Being in spaces with alumni from different classes reminded me that our journeys don't end at graduation; they shift. @Uoft is always a common thread in our careers. #JontaKam #Alumni #UniversityOfToronto

Close-up of Jonta Kamara's reunion badge and lanyard. Badge reads: "Jonta Kamara, HBA 2020 NEW A&S" with barcode and QR code. Held in hand over paved campus pathway.

Four panelists seated on stage during U of T Black Alumni Association event. Panel includes people of diverse backgrounds in professional attire engaged in intergenerational conversation. U of T coat of arms visible above on wall.

Jonta Kamara posing in front of the bright lime green "#UOFT REUNION" sculpture installation on campus, wearing a blue dress. Historic architecture and trees in background.

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 19/06/2026

"Just start putting content out there!" 🎙️ This is great advice shared by Adama, founder of TCIM. ✨ Start by posting, and you will see what your audience likes. Then, tailor your content accordingly. This is great advice. 💜 🔗 To read the blogpost: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... #JontaKam

'Just start putting content out there!' - Adama Fatima Saccoh.

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 18/06/2026

The Canada-Africa diaspora has more than tripled in two decades, from 300,000 to 1.3 million people in 2021. 🌍 That number stayed with me throughout the Africa HealthTech Summit x Canada last week. The conversations reminded me of how much is already happening. #JontaKam #Conference

A Black woman with long curly brown hair stands smiling in front of the Africa HealthTech Summit x Canada (AHTSx Canada) event backdrop. She is wearing a black blazer over a white top, dark trousers, and black flats, with an orange lanyard and conference badge. The dark blue banner behind her displays the event name and logos for hosts Dynamik Africa and Dala Africa, and partner Steele Foundation for Hope, with a colourful cityscape graphic along the bottom.

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 09/06/2026

📅 Check out these upcoming events this June, July, and August. As it's summer, also make sure to rest and be ready for more events this September. ✨ For more details and additional events, check out the calendar by TCIM: thecatalystinme.com/calendar/ #JontaKam #PublicHealth #Careers

"Upcoming Events carousel slide 1 of 5. Lists three events on June 9 (Tuesday): '2026 Global Health Security Conference' in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; '2026 Policy Action Institute' in Washington, D.C., USA and Virtual; and 'Africa Health Tech Summit x Canada' in Toronto, ON, Canada."

"Upcoming Events carousel slide 2 of 5. Lists four events: 'LSE Finding Your Path: Careers in Global Health' (Virtual) on June 10, Wednesday; '26th International AIDS Conference' in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Virtual on July 26, Sunday; 'World Congress on Public Health' in Cape Town, South Africa on September 6, Sunday; and '81st United Nations General Assembly' in New York, NY, USA on September 8, Tuesday."

"a circle with overlapping purple, green, and blue shapes and the handwritten word 'tcim' — centered on a cream background. A dark navy rounded rectangle reads 'For more information, visit the events calendar by TCIM.' Below is the URL https://thecatalystinme.com/calendar/ and a QR code with 'SCAN ME!' text."

A dark navy rounded rectangle at the top reads 'Visit these Blog Posts for Advice on Conference Navigation.' Below are two dark navy blog preview cards side by side. Left card features a January calendar image and text reading 'So You Want to Attend a Public Health Conference?' with a QR code below. Right card features an illustrated image of a Black woman in a conference setting and text reading 'Navigating Conferences: A Strategic Guide to Maximize Your Experience' with a QR code below.

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 08/06/2026

✨ Building your digital space starts with these essentials.✨ Adama started TCIM as a way to navigate career pathways in the life sciences for herself and turned it into a platform. 💜 🔗 To read the blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... #JontaKam

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 05/06/2026

What started as a way to navigate career pathways in the life sciences for herself turned into a platform with 80+ career profiles and resources for anyone who needs them 💜 Starting a blog or digital presence doesn't have to be overwhelming. 🔗 To read: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... (2/2)

"Step 3: Invest in tools to design and post content."

"Step 4: Prepare content in advance for consistency."

"Step 5: Start posting and share your space publicly."

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 05/06/2026

✨ Still in the How I Started series, and this one is for everyone who has been thinking about starting a blog or digital space. Adama Fatima Saccoh has been running The Catalyst in Me for several years. #JontaKam (1/2)

Cover slide for the 'Let's Demystify Your Digital Space' carousel featuring Adama Fatima Saccoh. A dark purple rounded rectangle on the left displays the title in cream serif font. Adama, a Black woman with short natural hair wearing a black jacket, is cut out and placed to the right overlapping the box. Background is cream/off-white with a subtle texture. #JontaKam appears in small text near the bottom right of her image.

"Step 1: Decide the purpose of your blog/digital space."

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 04/06/2026

Here are 5 consultant roles: 📊 Program Management Consultant 📈 Quantitative Research Consultant 🔍 Evaluations Consultant 📝 Grant and Proposal Writing Consultant Focus on marketing yourself as a consultant. To read the full blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... @loisemilyking.com (2/2)

Blog preview slide featuring an article about "How I Started: Creating NotiPHied Podcast & Consulting with Lois King" dated 11/27/24 with tags for public health and consulting. Description summarizes Lois King's launch of the NotiPHied podcast, inspired by her autoimmune disease experience, to make public health accessible. A photo of Lois King in a pink blazer with box braids appears on the left. A "SCAN HERE" QR code is in the upper right. Circular illustrated portrait of Jonta Kamara in a light blue blazer on the right. Below: Blog, Resources, and Services buttons. Footer: www.jontakam.com/blog, #JontaKam, and social media handles (LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram).

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 04/06/2026

Consultant Roles and How Your Experience Relates to Them ✅️ You may not think you have the experience to position yourself as a consultant. Take a moment to reflect, and you likely already have the skills to become a consultant. You just need to brand yourself as one. (1/2) #JontaKam

"5 Consulting Roles and How Your Experience Relates to Them"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 04/06/2026

Of course! It's great content and lots to learn from

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 03/06/2026

✨"Learn to say no!" ✨ 🔐 Saying no may feel like you are closing a door. But think about it this way: it is making space for the work that aligns with your skills, your goals, and your capacity. 🔗 To read the full blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... @loisemilyking.com #JontaKam

"Learn to say no!" Quote attributed to Lois King, displayed alongside her circular portrait in a hot pink blazer.

Blog preview slide featuring an article about creating the NotiPHied Podcast and consulting with Lois King, with a portrait of Lois King in a hot pink blazer and a QR code linking to the blog post. Headline reads "How I Started: Creating NotiPHied Podcast & Consulting with Lois King" dated 11/27/24. Description summarizes how Lois King launched NotiPHied, a podcast making public health accessible, inspired by her autoimmune disease experience, aiming to inform the public about health policies and issues. Circular portrait of Jonta Kamara in light blue blazer on the right. Below: Blog, Resources, and Services buttons. Footer: www.jontakam.com/blog, #JontaKam, and social media handles (LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram).

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 02/06/2026

🌍 I will be attending AHTSx Canada next week. I believe the African diaspora has an increasingly critical role to play in sustaining public health progress on the continent. 🇨🇦 🌍️ I'm looking forward to connecting with those who will be attending. #JontaKam

Delegate announcement graphic for AHTSx Canada 2026. Dark blue background with the Toronto skyline silhouette at the bottom, including the CN Tower. Three logos appear across the top: Africa HealthTech Summit x Canada (left), Dynamik Africa (center), and Dala Africa (right). Bold text in the center reads "I WILL BE ATTENDING" on an orange banner, followed by "AHTSx CANADA" in large white text. Below, a circular portrait photo of Jonta Kamara, a Black woman with long braided hair wearing a black turtleneck, appears on the left. To the right, a cyan "DELEGATE" label sits above her name in bold white text: "Jonta Kamara." Below her name, a calendar icon reads "June 09–10, 2026" and a location pin reads "Chestnut Conference Centre, University of Toronto." An orange pill at the bottom center reads "ahts.ca." A small footer outside the graphic reads "Created with getdp.co."

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Lois King (MPH) 🇬🇧 🇬🇭 @loisemilyking.com · 11/05/2026

🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨 Episode 9 out now! I sat down with distinguished Prof. Devi Sridhar and author of 'How Not To Die (Too Soon): The Lies We've Been Sold and the Policies That Can Save Us'! @profdevisridhar.bsky.social Link in bio (also on Spotify and Apple Podcasts).

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 01/06/2026

You're welcome, and thanks for sharing your invaluable insights! I learned a lot from your future, and I am sure others will too!

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 26/05/2026

4️⃣ Apply with organizations 5️⃣ Show up for the interview 6️⃣ Begin the role, or keep applying You already have the skills. The work is naming the ones you want to consult on and finding the organizations that need them. 🔗To read: 👉 www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... (2/2) #JontaKam

"Step 4: Apply for consulting roles with organizations"

Step 5: Participate in an interview and wait to hear back"

"Step 6: If you receive a positive response, begin the role, and if not keep applying"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 26/05/2026

✨Let's Demystify Consulting ✨ I'm still revisiting my "How I Started" with Lois King (@loisemilyking.com). Lois also shares her experience consulting. Follow these steps: 1️⃣ Identify your strengths 2️⃣ Connect with professors and share your interests 3️⃣ Identify roles and develop a proposal (1/2)

"Step 1: Identify your strengths — Program Management, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Evaluations, Grant/Proposal Writing

"Step 2: Connect with your professors and share your interests"

"Step 3: Identify consulting roles and develop a proposal (if applicable)"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 25/05/2026

She talks about all things science communication. Lois saw a huge gap in accessible public health content and decided to fill it. Her work strips out the jargon and brings the emotion back in.💡 🔗 To read: 👉 www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s...

Bring public health to the public. - Lois King"

"Value: Public health needs to reach different audiences so people understand the issues that affect them and how to take care of their health."

Blog preview slide featuring an article about Lois King creating NotiPHied Podcast and Consulting. A photo of Lois, a Black woman with long braids wearing a pink blazer, appears on the upper left. A QR code labeled "SCAN ME" sits in the upper right. Headline reads "How I Started: Creating NotiPHied Podcast & Consulting with Lois King" dated 11/27/24. Description summarizes that Lois launched NotiPHied, a podcast making public health accessible, inspired by her autoimmune disease experience, aiming to inform the public about health policies and issues. Circular portrait of Jonta Kamara in light blue blazer on the right. Below: Blog, Resources, and Services buttons. Footer: www.jontakam.com/blog, #JontaKam, and social media handles (LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram).

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 25/05/2026

✨ "Less jargon, more emotion."✨ I have been revisiting my "How I Started" series feature, with Lois King (@loisemilyking.com), the host of NotiPHied Podcast 🎙️. Lois shares that public health should be accessible.📢

Science Communication.
+The Gap
+Mission.
+Value"

"The Gap: Public health content is inaccessible to the general public as it is in academic jargon and dense reports."

"Less jargon, more emotion. - Lois King"

"Mission: Public health should be accessible. The public has a right to be well-informed about how research, policies, and social issues affect their health."

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 21/05/2026

"Science communication builds careers." 🎙️ Lois talks about this in her feature in my "How I Started" blog post, where she shares how she launched NotiPHied, her podcast making public health more accessible. 🔗Link to read: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... @loisemilyking.com #JontaKam

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 20/05/2026

A visit to at CDC studios 🎙️🇺🇸 As an Evaluation Fellow, I had the chance to tour the CDC studios, a space where a lot of public health communication happens. With viruses like Hantavirus and Ebola in the news headlines, science communication is very important!🦠 #JontaKam #GlobalHealth

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 19/05/2026

👉🏾Swipe to see 7 steps from her journey if you are thinking about starting your own. Your podcast does not have to be perfect to start. Just make sure to start.✅️ 🔗 Read the blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s...

"Step 4: Determine the tools to help you"

"Step 5: Build a digital presence for your podcast. Website. Social Media."

"Step 7: Edit the episode, then publish it"

Blog preview slide featuring an article about "How I Started: Creating NotiPHied Podcast & Consulting with Lois King." Headline reads "How I Started: Creating NotiPHied Podcast & Consulting with Lois King" dated 11/27/24. Description reads: "Lois King launched NotiPHied, a podcast making public health accessible. Inspired by her autoimmune disease experience, she aims to inform the public about health policies and issues. Lois also..." A photo of Lois King in a bright pink blazer is featured in the top left, alongside a QR code labeled "SCAN ME" in the top right. A circular illustrated portrait of Jonta Kamara in a light blue blazer is on the right.

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 19/05/2026

Let's demystify podcasting 🎙️ I have been revisiting my 'How I Started Series" focusing on building your public health brand. Launching a podcast is one way to share your voice, and build your brand. Lois King (@loisemilyking.com) shares how she launched the NotiPHied podcast. #JontaKam

"Let's Demystify Podcasting With Lois King." Cover slide features a photo of Lois King, a young Black woman with long twist braids, glasses, and a bright pink blazer over a black top, smiling warmly at the camera.

"Step 1: Identify a gap in the podcasting space"

"Step 2: Start planning topics. Region Specific. Topic Specific. Simplifying Health Issues."

"Step 3: Reach out to people in your network. LinkedIn. Email."

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 18/05/2026

Beyond the cards, I have also: 🌟 Updated the templates I use across my pages 🌟 Refreshed the layout of my photos and visuals 🌟 Refined how I show up online and in person 👉🏾 Tip: Invest time in planning the layout of your business cards. You don't have to do everything at once. ✅️ (2/2) #JontaKam

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 18/05/2026

✨ Let's talk rebranding. ✨ Since launching my brand in 2022, rebranding has been part of the journey, not a one-time event. My business cards have been one of my biggest tools. They have helped me show up confidently at conferences and networking events, and opened doors I did not expect. (1/2)

Photo of Jonta Kamara, MPH, a young Black woman with long curly braided hair featuring honey-blonde highlights, smiling warmly at the camera. She wears an elegant cream-colored dress with short sleeves, a high neckline, and pearl-and-gold beaded trim along the collar and pockets. She holds a fanned-out stack of her branded business cards toward the camera, with deep red nail polish and a knot-style stud earring. The background features a softly lit arched alcove with a textured cream-colored wall.

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 14/05/2026

"It's not about you; it's about your followers." 💬This piece of advice from Yasir Essar in my "How I Started" series really stuck with me. It is a reminder that your content should serve your audience, not just reflect you. 🔗To read the blog post:👉🏾 www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... #JontaKam

Blog preview slide featuring an article about "How I Started: Rebranding Socials with Yasir Essar." Headline reads "How I Started: Rebranding Socials with Yasir Essar" dated 8/22/24 with the tag "Advice." Description reads: "Learn how Yasir Essar rebranded his social media to share knowledge on global health and grow his following." A photo of Yasir Essar, a man with short dark hair, a beard, and a maroon ribbed sweater, is featured in the top left, alongside a QR code labeled "SCAN ME" in the top right.

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 13/05/2026

Your rebrand is a reflection of your growth. 💭 What part of your brand are you ready to refine? 🔗 To read the blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... #JontaKam

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 13/05/2026

✨ Let's demystify rebranding Rebranding does not have to mean starting over. For me, it has been about refining how I show up, what I stand for, and who I am speaking to. When I rebranded, I focused on three things: my niches, my platforms, and my audience.

"My Rebrand Formula: + Niche + Platform + Audience"

"Connecting with an Audience: LinkedIn connects you with professionals globally. Instagram reaches a younger audience through engaging visual content. Bluesky is a growing space for thoughtful conversations."

"Think About: Consistency, Content Types, Voice, Target Audience"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 12/05/2026

Here are 5 steps from his journey to guide your own rebrand: 1️⃣ Reflect & reconnect with your why 2️⃣ Find your niche or niches 3️⃣ Write for your audience, not yourself 4️⃣ Post with purpose and consistency 5️⃣ Engage authentically 🔗 To read the blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/how-i-s... #JontaKam

"Step 4: Post with purpose and consistency"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 12/05/2026

✨ Let's demystify rebranding 🌍💼 Rebranding your socials can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. I'm revisiting my "How I Started" blog post with @yasiressar.bsky.social, who shares how he rebranded his social media to share knowledge on global health and grow an engaged following.🦠

"Let's Demystify Rebranding With Yasir Essar"

Step 1: Reflect & reconnect with your why"

"Step 3: Write for your audience, not yourself"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 11/05/2026

Throwback to 2022, presenting my research on local manufacturing in Africa at #HSR2022. 🌍 This was a big moment in my publishing journey, and it reminded me that persistence is key.🔑 Pitch the abstract. Apply to conferences, as every step adds to your story. #JontaKam #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 07/05/2026

If you're working on getting published, don't let rejection derail you. Your voice and your research deserve to be heard. 🔗 Read the full blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/my-jour...

"Nov. 2023: Submitted to Public Health Challenges.

May 2024: Published in Public Health Challenges. Featured by Gavi."

Blog preview slide featuring an article about "How Africa is moving towards a homegrown response to health" with infographic icons and tags. Headline reads "From Frustration to Publication: My Journey in Global Health Research" dated 12/13/24 with tags "Public Health in Africa, Reflection." Description summarizes a three-year journey from opinion piece to peer-reviewed article featured by Gavi. Circular portrait of Jonta Kamara in light blue blazer on the right. Below: Blog, Resources, and Services buttons. Footer: www.jontakam.com/blog, #JontaKam, and social media handles (LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram).

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 07/05/2026

Three years. Four rejections. One Gavi feature.✨️ I'm sharing my publishing timeline so you can see what the journey actually looks like. It wasn't a straight line; it was redirections, silence from journals, and moments where I had to step back and breathe. But persistence matters. #JontaKam

"My experience with the publication journey."

"I'm sharing a timeline for 2 papers I published so you understand the publication journey."

"Jan. 2021: Drafted opinion piece on Africa & COVID-19.

June 2021: Expanded to 3000 words with research support.

April 2021: Submitted abstract to Health Systems Global."

"Aug. 2022: First journal rejection.

Dec. 2022: Published in JoGH. Presented at HSR2022.

Sept. 2023: Pitched longer version to 3 journals, all rejected."

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 06/05/2026

✨ Pitching your global health piece? Start here👇🏾 Thinking about getting your work out there but not sure where to start? #JontaKam #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #HealthPolicy #HealthEquity

"Types of Articles in Global Health:
1. Peer-Reviewed Research
2. Opinion Editorials
3. High-Impact Blogs
4. Policy Commentary"

"Places to Publish: a QR code labeled 'SCAN ME,' Global Health: Annual Review (GHAR) at McMaster University, Health Policy Watch"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 05/05/2026

📅 Make the most of global health, life sciences, and professional development events this May! There are some great opportunities this month for networking and career growth across public health and life sciences. #JontaKam #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #Conference #Networking #CareerGrowth

Upcoming Events

"6 May Wednesday — Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact Video Open House (Online)
7 May Thursday — Africa Health Summit 2026 (Kigali, Rwanda)
18 May Monday — World Health Assembly (Geneva, Switzerland)"

"21 May Thursday — PEACH Health Ontario Conference 2026 (Hamilton, Canada)
26 May Tuesday — 2026 University of Toronto's Microbiology & Infectious Disease Research Days
27 May Wednesday — Supporting Newcomers Through Pharmacy: Improving Health System Navigation and Safe, Sustainable Medication Use (Online)
30 May Saturday — 2026 Academy Health Annual Research Meeting (Seattle, Washington, USA)"

"For more information, visit the events calendar by TCIM
https://thecatalystinme.com/calendar/
SCAN ME"

Visit these Blog Posts for Advice on Conference Navigation
So You Want to Attend a Public Health Conference?
Navigating Conferences: A Strategic Guide to Maximize Your Experience"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 04/05/2026

You don't always know when your first paycheck will come or when your income will steady out. That's the reality of entrepreneurship and today's job landscape. How many months of expenses do you have saved right now? 💬 🔗 Read the full blog post: www.jontakam.com/blog/lessons... #JontaKam

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Lessons I’m Taking Into 2026 — Jonta Kamara, MPH

After unexpected employment changes last year, I learned six critical lessons for sustainable career growth. This includes nurturing interests outside your job to mastering your personal pitch and…

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 04/05/2026

Lesson 6 of 6: Always Have Savings to Protect What You've Built Your business and your peace of mind are only as stable as your safety net 💰 Whether you're moving to a new employer or building a startup, savings give you something every professional needs: room to breathe.

"Always Have Savings — New Blog Post: Lessons I'm Taking Into 2026"

"When you have a stable income, always save a percentage of your income."

"This will be helpful if you decide to run a start-up, live in a period of job uncertainty, or plan to move employers."

"Do you have a percentage of your income each month that goes to your savings?"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 23/04/2026

I'm honored to be speaking at NAFSA's 3rd National Conference on "Beyond Aid: Diaspora Leadership in Reimagining Global Health Systems." 🌍️🌎️ 📅 April 25, 2026 📍 Johns Hopkins University #JontaKam #DiasporaLeadership #GlobalHealth #HealthSystems #AfricanDiaspora

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 09/04/2026

I will be joining Global Hart to share my experience and ways to engage in health policy in our changing world. 🌍💜 📅 April 13, 2026 🕐 10:00 AM EST 📍 Virtual 👉🏾 Register via the QR code #JontaKam #HealthPolicy

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 23/03/2026

It's important to know what to say no to.🚫 💭 What is one thing you could stop doing to avoid burnout? 🔗 www.jontakam.com/blog/lessons... #GlobalHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #HealthPolicy

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 23/03/2026

Lesson 5 Less Is More Limit your engagements to avoid burnout. Don't spread yourself too thin by saying yes to every opportunity. This year, I made a strategic choice. I decided to write fewer blog posts and redirect that effort toward social media and providing services. #JontaKam (1/2)

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'That wasn't a step back, it was a strategic choice. It's allowed me to be intentional about my impact.'"

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 17/03/2026

"We can't forget that incredible information!" 💜 So great to hear this about my panel discussion on sexual and reproductive crises with Hope For Refugees International. If you are looking for a speaker for your event, I'm available. 🔗 For more info: www.jontakam.com/services #JontaKam

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 10/03/2026

Lesson 4: Ask for Help When I posted in the public health club asking for help using AI for social media creation, I wasn't sure who would respond, but people responded. ✨ 💭 Who could you reach out to today for support on your next challenge? 🔗 : www.jontakam.com/blog/lessons... #JontaKam

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 09/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day! (2/2)

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Jonta Kamara, MPH @jontakam.com · 09/03/2026

Instead of focusing on the inequities, this year I wanted to celebrate the incredible women I've met throughout my public health journey. Thank you for your work, your commitment, and for showing up. 💜 (1/2) #JontaKam #Blog #IWD #IWD2026 #CareerGrowth #YoungProfessional #CareerAdvice

"Wishing all the incredible women a day filled with laughter and love."

"Celebrating the incredible women in my network, built through conferences, events, meals, and meaningful conversations."

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