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Quarraisha Abdool Karim and the Science of Listening

Her HIV research began with women’s voices in KwaZulu-Natal, proving science moves faster and farther when communities shape solutions.

Quarraisha Abdool Karim and the Science of Listening

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September 29, 2025

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Ezinne Okoroafor
Ezinne Okoroafor

Ezinne is a Contributing Researcher and Writer at Susinsight.

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Southern Africa

Countries:

Burkina FasoMaliSouth AfricaTanzania

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SDGs:

Gender EqualityGood Health

World Days:

International Women's DayWorld Health Day

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Adherence SupportAfrican Academy of SciencesAfrican Postdoctoral Training InitiativeBill and Melinda Gates FoundationBrain DrainCAPRISA 004 TrialCenter for the AIDS Programme of Research in South AfricaCommunity Advisory BoardsCommunity-Led ResearchComprehensive Sexuality Education

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