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Through the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 (BCDI 2030) program, Professor Kouessi Agbodande Anthelme is developing new skills in health sciences education, expanding his international network, and strengthening his ability to contribute to the transformation of health education in Benin.

As part of the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 (BCDI 2030) program, the International and Global Health Office at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine welcomed a cohort of eight researchers and health professionals from Benin for a specialized training program focused on advancing health education, research, and international collaboration.

A Beninese nutritionist and graduate of the School of Nutrition at the Faculty of Health Sciences in Cotonou, Rupinia Accrombessi is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Nutrition and Food Biosciences at the University of Ottawa with the support of the BCDI 2030 program. Passionate about nutrition and its impact on health, she hopes to apply the knowledge and skills she gains during her st...

The University of Ottawa’s Global Health Journal highlights the depth and diversity of student engagement in global health, offering a platform for learners in the Faculty of Medicine to share their scholarly and creative work.

Clémence Metonnou, a nutritionist and public health researcher recognized for her strong commitment to improving health outcomes, has become the first woman from Benin to receive the prestigious BCDI 2030 scholarship. Implemented by a consortium led by Colleges and Institutes Canada and Universities Canada, and funded by Global Affairs Canada, the program aims to strengthen researchers’ profession...

The International and Global Health Office (IGHO) offers a variety of student mobility options in France, Benin, China, and more. Discover how Marie-Yvette's international medical mobility experience enriched her educational journey below.

Through the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 (BCDI 2030) program, the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine supported another Beninese physician in completing intensive short-term training focused on medical education, clinical leadership, and health research.

Our first BCDI 2030 scholar is arriving this fall, with a mission to gain advanced skills in pedagogy and return home ready to strengthen health training programs and empower the next generation of healthcare professionals.

As part of her Master’s internship in Public Health at the University of Ottawa, Tomedi Sarah Nkouta Sen shares her impactful experience in Benin, from inspiring encounters to intercultural learning and deep reflections on health equity.

The International and Global Health Office (IGHO) is proud to mark the 10th anniversary of the SJTUSM–uOttawa Summer School, a landmark initiative between Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine (SJTUSM) and the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Medicine.