This podcast features an interview with Jim Determeijer, a global health PhD candidate and former HLA scholar. The conversation centres on Jim's unique journey, highlighting his experiences as one of the early international HLA scholars, his pivotal role in expanding The HLA's global reach, and his current PhD research on family participation in healthcare within resource-limited settings.
Jim emphasises the importance of building inclusive communities and fostering collaboration across diverse backgrounds and disciplines, showcasing these values both in his HLA involvement and his impactful global health research. The interview concludes with reflections on Jim's leadership style, highlighting his direct yet respectful communication, and his encouragement for listeners to forge their own paths.
