Tolani Olagundoye

1University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island, U.S

Title: Leadership in Global Environmental and Healthcare Crisis

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Biography

Dr. Tolani Olagundoye is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Rhode Island. Tolani works

to prepare young people to be leaders in the global environmental and health care crisis. Tolani

is a URI Cooperative Extension faculty member and director of the Rhode Island 4-H youth

development program, she provides educational programs and experiential learning opportunities to

undergraduate students and youth throughout Rhode Island. Her work with the youth and

undergraduate students involves developing hands-on programs, projects, and opportunities in

science, agriculture, public engagement, and health for youth and families from diverse backgrounds.

She also desires to pursue personal and professional development and to refine her skills

as an educator and a pharmacist. To educate youths, students and others about strategies for improving

the environment and healthcare for all, and to help develop mentally, socially, and environmentally

responsible leaders.

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