Resource Persons

<h5 data-path-to-node="3">Obstetrician & Gynaecologist | Clinical Research Specialist | Expert in Maternal Mortality Reduction</h5> Dr. Etienne Asonganyi is a highly skilled Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a profound commitment to saving women’s lives through the reduction of maternal mortality. He brings a unique "dual-lens" expertise to the CYJULERC Academy: he is deeply experienced in managing healthcare programs in <b>resource-poor settings</b> while maintaining the rigorous standards of <b>Good Clinical Research Practices</b>. His work focuses on continuous medical education and the implementation of evidence-based health interventions.

Dr. Filbert Eko Eko is a distinguished medical leader and public health advocate currently serving as the <b>Regional Delegate of Public Health for the South West Region</b>. With deep expertise in <b>Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR)</b> and maternal health, he has dedicated his career to improving health outcomes for women and children. Beyond his clinical and administrative roles, Dr. Eko Eko is an expert trainer and pedagogue, specializing in the design of educational programs that empower healthcare providers and community leaders.

<h4 class="pbmit-team-designation">Sub-Director in charge of International Cooperation, Ministry of Justice</h4> <p class="pbmit-team-designation">Justice Angelina ARUKE ATABONG is a distinguished member of the Cameroonian Judiciary and a core pillar of the Cameroon Young Jurists Legal Resource Centre. As a High Court Judge, she brings invaluable "bench experience" to the platform, ensuring that the legal education provided is not just theoretical but grounded in how justice is actually administered in the courtroom.</p>

<p data-sourcepos="3:1-3:43">Lady Justice Vera Ngassa is a prominent figure in the Cameroonian judiciary, known for her dedication to advancing women’s rights and access to justice.</p> <p data-sourcepos="3:1-3:43">Here are some key highlights of her career:</p> <ul data-sourcepos="5:1-9:0"> <li data-sourcepos="5:1-5:166"><strong>Judicial Career:</strong> Justice Ngassa has served as a prosecutor and judge in Cameroon for over 36 years. She is currently a Justice of the Supreme Court of Cameroon.</li> <li data-sourcepos="6:1-6:233"><strong>Focus on Women’s Rights:</strong> She is recognized for her groundbreaking work in areas such as women’s access to justice, property rights, and spousal abuse. Her efforts have contributed to significant legal precedents in these areas.</li> <li data-sourcepos="7:1-7:256"><strong>International Recognition:</strong> Justice Ngassa’s work has gained international attention. She was featured in the award-winning documentary “Sisters in Law,” which showcased her efforts to address gender-based violence within the Cameroonian legal system.</li> <li data-sourcepos="8:1-9:0"><strong>Advocacy and Training:</strong> She is an active advocate for women’s rights and has conducted extensive training programs for judges and legal professionals on gender-sensitive jurisprudence.</li> </ul> <p data-sourcepos="10:1-10:170">Justice Ngassa’s contributions have made a significant impact on the lives of women in Cameroon and have inspired many others working towards gender equality and justice.</p>