Ogechi Nwaopara

Ogechi Nwaopara is a skilled professional currently serving as a Project Coordinator for the Health Equity Grant at MPHI, facilitating collaborations between MDHHS and external partners to promote equity in healthcare access. With a strong background in care management at DIVINED COMPANY, Ogechi focuses on enhancing the quality of life for group home consumers through program design and direct care coordination. As a co-owner of Zuruike Tea & Candles, Ogechi provides premium products aimed at promoting relaxation. Prior experience includes tutoring at Huntington Learning Center and serving as an Innovation Associate at the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Georgetown School of Medicine. Ogechi holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Science Policy & Advocacy from Georgetown University and a Bachelor's degree in Sports Medicine from Howard University. Additionally, volunteer work with Volunteers Around the World has equipped Ogechi with hands-on medical assistance experience and public health education skills.