HEAL Nexus 2025
Flagship Convening for Youth Health Equity Leadership
A 2-day gathering of young leaders, advocates, and innovators shaping the future of health equity
What is HEAL Nexus?
HEAL Nexus is HEAL’s flagship convening, built to connect young leaders across universities, strengthen leadership capacity, and accelerate youth-led action for health equity. Nexus is where research, advocacy, and innovation meet community impact.
Why HEAL Nexus exists
Leadership Pipeline: turning students into leaders and systems builders
Collaboration: cross-university partnerships and networks
Real Solutions: research, advocacy, and innovation that move beyond talk
What happened at Nexus 2025
Keynote & Plenary Sessions
Panel Sessions
Workshops & Trainings
Research Presentations & Abstract Competition
HealthHack (Hackathon)
Networking & Community
Core Tracks
Leadership & Systems Building
Research & Evidence-to-Action
Advocacy, Policy & Storytelling
Innovation & Health Technology
Signature Moments
HealthHack 2025
A hackathon that brought multidisciplinary teams together to design scalable solutions to health challenges.
Research & Abstract Competition
A platform for young researchers to present work, build confidence, and grow research culture.
Fellowship Milestone
A defining moment for HEAL’s leadership pipeline, spotlighting fellow growth and the path from fellowship to wider HEAL leadership.
Speakers & Facilitators
Dr. Isaac Olufadewa
Founder & Executive Director, Slum & Rural Health Initiative
Miracle Adesina
Country Coordinator (Nigeria), Slum & Rural Health Initiative
Dr. Olusina Ajidahun
CoFounder, Priv Health
Rae Timzy
Medical Student & Content Creator
Dr. Odunola Olabintan
Founder, The Health City
Mary Akinwola
Physiotherapist | United States Carrington Youth Fellow
Photo Documentary
Voices from Nexus
Partners
Nexus 2025 was strengthened by partner institutions and collaborators committed to youth-led health equity.
Resources
HEAL Nexus 2025 Impact Report
Event Photos Pack
What comes next
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is HEAL Nexus?
HEAL Nexus is HEAL’s flagship annual convening that brings together young leaders, researchers, advocates, and innovators committed to advancing health equity across African universities. It is a space for collaboration, learning, and bold solutions to real health challenges.
Who attends?
HEAL Nexus welcomes student leaders, HEAL Fellows, university representatives, researchers, public health professionals, and partners interested in youth-driven health systems transformation. Delegates typically represent multiple universities across Nigeria and other countries across the Globe
What happens at HealthHack?
HealthHack is the innovation segment of HEAL Nexus where multidisciplinary student teams collaborate to design practical solutions to pressing health challenges. Participants work on real-world problems and pitch their ideas for feedback, recognition, and potential implementation.
How can my university participate next year?
Universities can participate by nominating student leaders, joining the HEAL campus network, or partnering with the organising team ahead of the next convening. Institutions can express interest through the official HEAL contact channels or partnership form when registrations open.
How can I partner/sponsor?
Organisations, institutions, and individuals can partner through sponsorship, technical collaboration, mentorship support, or in-kind contributions. Interested partners can contact the HEAL team directly to explore tailored collaboration opportunities.
Where can I access the report/photos?
The full HEAL Nexus Impact Report and selected event photos are available on the conference page under the “Resources” section. Additional media and updates may also be shared across HEAL’s official platforms.