Who Are We
Tamba M. Boima
Tamba M. Boima is a seasoned health, social, and development professional with extensive experience in Liberia's health sector. He has collaborated with local, national, and international organizations to enhance community health initiatives. Boima has worked closely with community health development groups and healthcare providers at various levels to strengthen their capacity to educate communities about prevailing health issues. His expertise includes facilitating health system strengthening activities through effective community engagement, program development, policy formulation, and implementation.
As the Director of Community Health Services at Liberia's Ministry of Health, Boima led a team comprising ministry staff and international partners to develop the National Community Health Assistant Program (NCHAP). This program has been implemented across targeted communities in Liberia and has been adapted in five other African countries. Boima's contributions have significantly improved access to essential health services in underserved communities, reinforcing the resilience and effectiveness of Liberia's health system.
Lorenzo Q. Dorr
Lorenzo Dorr is a dedicated Liberian community health worker affiliated with Last Mile Health; a nonprofit organization focused on deploying health professionals to remote areas. During the 2014 Ebola outbreak, Dorr played a crucial role in combating the virus in southeastern Liberia, particularly in Grand Gedeh and Rivercess counties. He coordinated anti-Ebola activities, trained village health workers, and facilitated the establishment of an Ebola treatment center in Zwedru, the capital of Grand Gedeh County.
Dorr's efforts were instrumental in strengthening local health systems in underserved regions. He highlighted significant challenges, including shortages of medical supplies, inadequate infrastructure, and limited training for healthcare workers. Despite these obstacles, Dorr remained committed to enhancing health services and preventing further Ebola transmission.
His work exemplifies resilience and dedication in the face of public health crises, contributing significantly to Liberia's response to the Ebola outbreak.
Benjamin Na-Snoh Grant
Benjamin Grant is a seasoned primary healthcare clinician and public health leader with over 33 years of experience delivering basic and emergency medical care across Liberia, including during the civil war. He led Last Mile Health’s Global Fund-supported home-based care program for people living with HIV/AIDS across 20 clinics (2010–2014) and managed community health projects in three counties, helping reduce maternal and child mortality.
In 1990, he co-founded Imani House, Inc., providing healthcare to displaced people and refugees. In 2007, he co-founded Tiyatien Health—now Last Mile Health—alongside Raj Panjabi and other Liberians to expand access to care in remote communities.
Gaeduo K. Stewart
Gaeduo K. Stewart is a seasoned project management professional with a decade of experience leading diverse initiatives across Liberia. Specializing in diagnostics, clinical research, and community outreach, Gaeduo has demonstrated a strong ability to navigate complex challenges in low-resource settings. Her work has contributed to significant public health efforts, including the integration of clinical research into epidemic responses and the implementation of diagnostic tools in underserved areas. Her expertise encompasses strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building, ensuring that projects are executed effectively and sustainably.
Marion K. Subah
Marion K. Subah is a seasoned public health leader and Certified Nurse Midwife with over 40 years of experience enhancing maternal, newborn, and child health in Liberia. Her career spans clinical practice, health systems strengthening, and community development. She has held pivotal roles in organizations such as Jhpiego and Last Mile Health, where she served as Country Director, overseeing the expansion of Liberia’s National Community Health Assistant Program.
Marion has also contributed significantly to national health policies, workforce training, and emergency responses to Ebola and COVID-19. Beyond healthcare, she co-founded the West African Network for Peace Building, emphasizing the intersection of health and peace. Marion has also served as Regional President of the West Africa Postgraduate College of Nursing and Midwifery (WAPCNM), International Training Expert, certified Project Manager for NGOs, and holds a certificate in Leadership Development.