Science & Community Event

On the 30th of October 2024, Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) celebrated 20+ years of innovation and working in health research by hosting a presentation-packed day, looking back at the early challenges as well as looking ahead at future projects. DTHF’s CEO and co-founder, Professor Linda-Gail Bekker set the scene for the day by reflecting on DTHF’s mission of impacting lives, communities, practices and health policies through research innovation and advocacy. Bekker emphasized the importance of engaging and partnering with the communities we serve stating that “The best science we’ve had is when we put our ear to the community and asked them what their solutions are.”
You can find the recordings of the event on our channel.