Taskforces are the backbone of AfroMedica. Each group focuses on a specific domain and is coordinated by at least one lead and one co-lead, working collaboratively to ensure smooth operations and alignment with our mission.
Our current taskforces include:
(Vice-)President
The president and vice-president ensure AfroMedica stays aligned with its vision and values. Their responsibilities include:
- Leading and preparing general assemblies
- Serving as a contact point for both external partners and internal members
- Monitoring objectives and progress across all teams
PR
PR is responsible for AfroMedica’s public image and internal communication flow. Their main responsibilities are:
- Managing social media and creating content (instagram, linkedin, facebook...)
- Handling messages and DMs and directing them to the right teams
- Designing visuals
Finance
Handles all financial matters and ensures proper budgeting and documentation. Their responsibilities are:
- Processing payments and reimbursements
- Bookkeeping and administrative compliance
- Drafting price lists and managing invoices
AfroMedica Community
This taskforce focuses on building a strong internal network among AfroMedica members. Their responsibilities include:
- Inviting members to events (eg. AfroMedica Talks
- Welcoming new members and overseeing board applications
- Keeping track of active members and turnover
- Managing announcements
AfroMedica Talks
This taskforce focuses organizes educational and public-facing events like podcasts and journal clubs. Their main responsibilities are:
- Planning and scheduling speakers and topics
- Managing logistics and locations
AfroMedica Academy
This is AfroMedica’s educational arm, focused on capacity building and knowledge sharing. Their responsibilities are:
- Maintaining a resource library
- Designing education modules
- Collaborating with external experts
Internal Admin
This taskforce ensures operational continuity and internal structure. Their main responsibilities include:
- Maintaining SharePoint and contact lists
- Coordinating all the taskforces internal work
- Overseeing internal calendars and administrative inquiries
Policy
This taskforce drives our mission to bring forth with structural and systemic change. Their responsibilities are:
- Monitoring the political landscape and policy trends
- Engaging with various institutions (IOM, Domus Medica, hospitals, Unia, EU...
- Writing opinion pieces for mainstream media
- Developing and publishing internal guidelines