Michael Juma Aduol, who joined Fistula Foundation as program assistant in August 2023, now serves as program manager for the Fistula Foundation Treatment Network in Kenya. Michael brings to the Foundation more than 20 years of experience supporting community-based and health programs across Kenya. His work focuses on strengthening partnerships, monitoring program performance, and ensuring timely, high-quality reporting to support women’s access to life-changing fistula treatment.
Prior to Fistula Foundation, Michael held leadership roles in research, program coordination, and HIV service delivery, at Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), Disciples of Mercy, and INUKA International. Earlier in his career, he contributed to the Test and Treat research led by KEMRI, which later informed World Health Organization HIV treatment guidelines. He has also supported health system strengthening efforts, including upgrading a clinic to a health center and mobilizing sustained funding through strategic partnerships.
Michael holds a diploma in medical laboratory technology from Kisumu National Polytechnic, and a diploma in social work and community development from Premese Africa Development Institute. He has also completed specialized training in HIV counseling and testing, prevention of mother-to-child transmission, antiretroviral therapy, family planning, and results-based monitoring and evaluation. He is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of Nairobi.
Michael is deeply committed to advancing equitable, compassionate, and sustainable health services. Outside of work, he enjoys reading, traveling, playing sports, and exploring new ideas. He is a proud father of five children—with four daughters and one son.