My Journey with Whispa Health: An Enriching Experience

by Elizaveta Leonova

As a student deeply invested in digital health and stakeholder engagement, my experience with Whispa Health and the Social Impact Start-up Academy (SISTAC) has been profoundly transformative. Whispa Health, a pioneering start-up in the telehealth space, is dedicated to providing confidential and affordable sexual and reproductive health services to young people in Africa. Their mission aligns perfectly with my passion for making healthcare accessible and equitable, particularly for underserved communities.

During my master’s thesis project, I had the opportunity to collaborate with Whispa Health through SISTAC’s action learning master thesis program. Our project focuses on enhancing stakeholder engagement through strategic communication framework development. This partnership not only allowed me to apply my academic knowledge to real-world challenges but also enabled me to develop critical soft skills such as stakeholder engagement, project management, and digital health implementation. Working closely with Whispa’s dynamic team led by Morenike Fajemisin, I gained invaluable insights into the operational and strategic aspects of running a health tech start-up in a developing country context.

SISTAC’s comprehensive support, which includes workshops, online courses, and access to an extensive knowledge database, played a crucial role in my development. The academy’s mission to empower impact entrepreneurs through action learning and global collaboration provided a robust platform for me to grow both personally and professionally. The micro-credentials I earned through SISTAC’s programs have enhanced my resume, showcasing my commitment to social innovation and my ability to drive meaningful change.

Huge thanks to the Katholische Universität Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, WFI – Ingolstadt School of Management and SISTAC for making this collaboration possible. The skills and knowledge gained through their programs are invaluable for anyone looking to make a significant impact in the field of social entrepreneurship and digital health.

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