Dr. Jean Baptiste Musafiri
Health | Rwanda
2024 Communities First Global Collaborative Fellow

Dr Jean Baptiste Musafiri is a medical doctor and clinical psychologist with an extensive 23-year background in public health. His experience spans both national and international spheres, collaborating with non-governmental organizations. As the HIV/AIDS Provincial Coordinator for eight years and a dedicated advocate for maternal and newborn child health for six years, Dr Musafiri has made significant strides in these critical areas. In his transformative role as the Executive Director of the Integrated Health Organization in Rwanda, Dr Musafiri has been instrumental in leading the organization to pioneer community-designed health innovations in rural Rwanda. His leadership has been pivotal in steering the organization towards impactful community engagement and the development of sustainable health solutions.