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CLASSACT HR73 MEET OUR BRIDGES SERIES:
SOTENI INTERNATIONAL
Thursday, September 24th, 7:00 - 8:00pm ET
Meet Our Bridges is ClassACT HR73’s way to introduce our classmates and extended community to our Bridge Partners by letting them create awareness of their mission as well as solicit volunteer help and/or donations.
On September 24th, join us as we introduce SOTENI International, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization registered in the U.S. and Kenya, with more than 20 years of experience working alongside rural communities in Kenya. Founded in 2003 to improve access to healthcare and support for people living with HIV/AIDS and their families, SOTENI today supports more than 3,000 people affected by HIV/AIDS and their households.
SOTENI Board Chair Dr. Victoria Wulson HR85 and Operations Manager Dr. Pooja Rachewad will share SOTENI’s journey through the people and communities at the heart of its work. A short video featuring the voices and personal stories of SOTENI beneficiaries will offer a firsthand look at the impact of SOTENI’s programs and the role that local leadership, community partnerships, and long-term commitment play in creating lasting change. The presentation will conclude with SOTENI’s “Adopt a Support Group” Campaign, an opportunity to help sustain and strengthen this work.
Our Panelists:
DR. VICTORIA WULSIN '85
Board Chair, SOTENI International
Victoria Wells Wulsin is a physician, epidemiologist, and academic with over 40 years of experience in clinical practice, preventive medicine, and global health. She holds board certifications in Public Health, General Preventive Medicine, and Occupational and Environmental Medicine, and earned her doctorate from the Harvard School of Public Health. Her work includes field research in 25 countries, often in French, Spanish, or Swahili. At the University of Cincinnati’s College of Medicine, she has contributed to scholarship, clinical care, teaching, and service, including leading the university’s COVID-19 response as Co-Chair of the UC COVID-19 Vaccine Committee.Dr. Wulsin is recognized for her expertise in reproductive and sexual health, serving as a primary care provider and delivering specialized care to employees exposed to hazardous substances. She has authored 15 peer-reviewed publications, books, and workbooks, and taught extensively across multiple departments and colleges. Her leadership extends to university-wide immunization compliance, employee safety, and global health initiatives through SOTENI International. Driven by a passion for public health and environmental protection, she continues to mentor students, residents, and faculty while advancing research and clinical care.
DR. POOJA RACHEWAD
Operations Manager, SOTENI International
Pooja Rachewad, MBBS, MPH, is a physician and global health professional with a strong interest in community health and international development. She earned her Master of Public Health from the University of Cincinnati and holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree. As Operations Manager at SOTENI International, she works closely with SOTENI’s teams in the U.S. and Kenya to strengthen community health and development programs, build partnerships, and support the organization’s growth. Her work includes HIV/AIDS programs, healthcare access, economic empowerment, grant development, and collaborations with universities and community partners. Drawing on her background in medicine, public health, and nonprofit leadership, Pooja is passionate about working with communities to understand their priorities and develop practical, sustainable solutions that improve health and create lasting change.
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