How PHEI Aligns with Global Trends — and What That Means for Nigeria and Africa at Large
At PHEI, we believe the time for action is now. Across the globe, conversations about equity, wellbeing, and inclusive development are no longer just policy-level dialogues — they are becoming urgent calls to transform how we live, work, and take care of each other.
As we launch and grow, the Public Health Equity Initiative (PHEI) stands proudly aligned with this shift. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to make public health equity more visible, more actionable, and more community-led across Africa, starting with Nigeria.
Health Equity Is a Global Priority
In recent years, global institutions like the World Health Organization (WHO), UNDP and the International Labour Organization (ILO) have spotlighted the urgent need to address health inequalities — from access to care, to mental wellbeing at work, to fair conditions for vulnerable populations.
At PHEI, we echo this urgency. Our approach is rooted in one belief:
Where you live or work should not determine how well — or how long — you live.
We see health equity not as a luxury, but as a justice issue — one that affects every business owner, student, nurse, artisan, community, and organisation striving to thrive.
Local Action, Global Relevance
Africa is a continent of innovation, creativity, and resilience. But it also faces some of the most complex health and social challenges — from fragile health systems to widespread informal employment.
That’s why PHEI is building tools and training that are:
- Grounded in real-life African work environments
- Practical for small businesses and community leaders
- Focused on data, inclusion, and dignity
Through our digital tools, training hubs, and policy-ready insights, we help organisations and changemakers move from awareness to action — with a firm eye on equity.
Workplace Wellbeing Is a Human Right
Mental health, burnout, and lifestyle risks are no longer limited to large corporations. They affect SMEs, nonprofits, and street-level businesses. And increasingly, workplace wellness is being recognised as part of the global development agenda — especially under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
At PHEI, we are:
- Supporting SMEs to implement low to no-cost wellness practices
- Providing mental health toolkits that fit into everyday work culture
- Creating health equity dashboards to help leaders see and solve gaps
- Promoting gender equity and inclusive engagement across all levels of work
Our focus is clear: make workplace wellbeing accessible — not elitist.
We Are Part of a Movement
The world is shifting. Across every continent, people are pushing for systems that are fairer, more inclusive, and more rooted in care. The public health sector is no exception.
PHEI is proud to be part of that movement — shaping a model of health equity that is Afrocentric, data-driven, and deeply human.
We are inspired by global frameworks like:
- WHO’s Equity-Oriented Health Systems
- ILO’s Mental Health at Work Guide
- SDG 3: Good Health and Wellbeing
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
But we are also led by our communities — the SMEs, health workers, and local champions doing the hard work on the ground.
Moving Forward with Purpose
We’ve refined our name — now officially @phei_africa — to reflect our broader vision.
We’re just getting started, but we’re building something meaningful:
A movement where equity is not an afterthought, but the starting point.
Join Us
Whether you’re a business owner, health advocate, policymaker, or student — we welcome you.
- Explore our training resources
- Connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn
- Or get in touch to see how you can be part of the change
Together, let’s build a healthier, fairer Africa — from the ground up.
