Welcoming Emma Rawson Te-Patu: New President of WFPHA
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May 26, 2024
On May 26, 2024, the World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) proudly welcomes Emma Rawson Te-Patu as its new President. Emma belongs to the Māori tribal groups of Ngāti Ranginui, Ngai te Rangi, Raukawa, and Ngāti Hauā and is the first Indigenous woman to hold this esteemed position.
A Distinguished Leader in Public Health
Emma is the director at ManuKahu Associates Limited, an Indigenous consultancy in Āotearoa New Zealand. She holds a Master’s Degree in Public Health with a focus on Institutional Racism from Auckland University of Technology. Emma is currently working on developing a global framework for transformational public health, grounded in Indigenous knowledge, values, and human rights.
Vision for the Future
As President, Emma will prioritize decolonising public health globally.
Emma’s leadership promises to drive significant advancements in global health, fostering a healthier, more equitable world.
Please join us in welcoming Emma Rawson Te-Patu as the new President of WFPHA. Together, we look forward to her impactful tenure.