Patani George Wills Mhango

Patani George Wills Mhango is a qualitative social scientist and project management specialist serving as Project Manager at the Centre for Reproductive Health, Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS). With a robust background in public health research, Mhango has extensive experience coordinating and implementing research projects focused on sexual and reproductive health, adolescent health, and gender-based violence. They have played a pivotal role in studies examining barriers to healthcare access, implementation of comprehensive sexuality education, and integration of cervical cancer screening into family planning services. Mhango has expertise in qualitative research methodologies, including data collection, analysis, and report writing, and is proficient in Dedoose, ATLAS.ti, and NVivo. Prior experience in education and human resources management has enhanced their capacity to manage multidisciplinary teams and effectively engage diverse stakeholders. Mhango's research includes investigations into barriers to malaria treatment, paternal involvement in neonatal care, and provision of sexual and reproductive health services to vulnerable populations, including young authors with disabilities and those living with HIV. Their work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and has informed policies and interventions aimed at improving health service accessibility and equity. As a project manager, Mhango has led large-scale research initiatives, facilitated stakeholder engagement, and ensured effective dissemination of research findings. They are committed to advancing public health research that addresses childhood sexual violence and promotes inclusive, evidence-based interventions to improve health outcomes in Malawi and beyond.