Our Team

Our Leadership Team

At Luziibangi International Health School (LIHS), we are committed to developing a highly skilled, innovative, and compassionate nursing and midwifery workforce capable of addressing the complex health needs of today’s populations. Our leadership team consists of experienced professionals dedicated to advancing healthcare education and training to meet national, regional, and global demands.

Message from Our Directors

“The demand for quality healthcare services is continually rising. The foundation for delivering these services lies in developing a competent nursing and midwifery workforce equipped with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to adopt new approaches in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating healthcare systems.

The education of nurses and midwives is constantly evolving. Our mission is to contribute to the development of a skilled and relevant workforce capable of meeting labor market demands in Uganda and across the East African region. We strive to provide high-quality, competitive healthcare professionals, contributing to social and economic development.”

At LIHS, we are provide diverse and extensive certificate programs in nursing, midwifery, public health, and research within a safe and serene learning environment. Our accessible and affordable short courses, available both onsite and online, offer pathways for national and international students, including exchange programs to foster a global workforce.”

— Dr. Gorrette Nalwadda, Founder and Director

Meet Our Leadership Team

Dr. Gorrette Nalwadda

Founder & Director, Luziibangi International Health School (LIHS)

Dr. Gorrette Nalwadda is the visionary founder of LIHS and the Luziibangi Foundation. With a rich academic background and extensive professional experience, she has dedicated her career to advancing public health and nursing education.

• Qualifications: PhD in Public Health and International Health from Karolinska Institutet, Sweden; Fellowship in Bioethics and Research Ethics from Johns Hopkins University; MSc in Reproductive Health & Population Studies from Makerere University; Postdoctoral research in Maternal and Child Health from Trinity College Dublin.
• Expertise: Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (SRMNCAH); Family Planning (FP); Public & International Health; Immunization; Infection Prevention & Control; WASH; Nutrition; HIV; Digital Health; Research Ethics.
• Experience: 24 years of service in research, policy, and program management in SRMNCAH and training nurses and midwives at all academic levels (diploma to PhD).

Dr. Nalwadda’s leadership ensures that LIHS remains at the forefront of nursing and midwifery education in Uganda and beyond.

Mrs. Jean Namatovu Kizito

Principal, Luziibangi International Health School (LIHS)

With a passion for teaching and healthcare, Mrs. Jean Namatovu Kizito is an accomplished nurse with a wealth of experience across various nursing disciplines.

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing; Post Graduate Diploma in Health Services Management and Administration (Uganda Management Institute); PGD in Medical Education (Health Tutors College, Mulago).
• Experience: An efficient and passionate nurse with extensive experience in delivering top-notch patient care. She is highly skilled in using advanced medical equipment and thrives in both independent and team-based work environments.
• Philosophy: Dedicated to ensuring that students acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their nursing careers, Mrs. Kizito takes great pride in helping future healthcare professionals grow and succeed.

Mrs. Nakitto Barbara Mukasa

Deputy Principal, Luziibangi International Health School (LIHS)

Mrs. Nakitto Barbara Mukasa is a dynamic and forward-thinking nurse-midwife with exceptional organizational and leadership skills. She brings a wealth of academic excellence and practical experience to her role.

• Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Nursing (Midwifery & Women’s Health) from Makerere University; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (First-Class Honors) from Aga Khan University; Diploma in Nursing & Midwifery from Mulago Nursing Training School.
• Experience: A highly motivated and enthusiastic nurse-midwife with a proven track record of leadership, innovation, and problem-solving in challenging healthcare environments.
• Philosophy: Mrs. Mukasa is committed to providing high-quality midwifery education and developing future leaders in healthcare. She strives to foster an environment of excellence and teamwork in all her endeavors.

Luziibangi International Health School is a globally recognized institution, registered with the Ministry of Education and the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council, delivering world-class education in nursing and midwifery.

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