Speciality
Global Health & Public Health Nursing
Organization(s) Associated
Global HIV Prevention Coalition Former Minister of Health, Botswana
Languages
English
Title/Designation
Co-Chair, Global HIV Prevention Coalition Nurse Leader & Global Health Advocate
Education and Training

PhD in Nursing – University of Illinois at Chicago, USA
Master’s Degree in Nursing – Columbia University, USA
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing – University of Botswana

Certification and Licenses

Certification and Licenses:

Registered Nurse (RN)
Fellow, American Academy of Nursing (FAAN)

Professional associations
  • Global HIV Prevention Coalition
  • UNAIDS (Former Leadership Role)
  • American Academy of Nursing
Speakers Bio

Sheila Tlou is an internationally acclaimed nurse leader and global health expert with extensive experience in public health and HIV/AIDS prevention. She serves as Co-Chair of the Global HIV Prevention Coalition and has previously held key leadership roles, including Minister of Health of Botswana and Director at UNAIDS.

Dr. Tlou has been instrumental in advancing HIV prevention strategies, improving healthcare systems, and promoting women’s health across Africa and globally. Her leadership and advocacy have significantly contributed to strengthening global health policies and expanding access to quality healthcare services.

She continues to be a powerful voice in global health, driving initiatives that improve health outcomes and empower communities worldwide.

Speciality:
Global Health & Public Health Nursing
Designation:
Co-Chair, Global HIV Prevention Coalition Nurse Leader & Global Health Advocate
Address:

Gaborone
Botswana

Speaking interests:
Global Health & Public Health Policy
HIV/AIDS Prevention
Women’s Health
Healthcare Systems Strengthening
Certification and Licenses:

Certification and Licenses:

Registered Nurse (RN)
Fellow, American Academy of Nursing (FAAN)

Education and Training:

PhD in Nursing – University of Illinois at Chicago, USA
Master’s Degree in Nursing – Columbia University, USA
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing – University of Botswana

Speaker Bio:

Sheila Tlou is an internationally acclaimed nurse leader and global health expert with extensive experience in public health and HIV/AIDS prevention. She serves as Co-Chair of the Global HIV Prevention Coalition and has previously held key leadership roles, including Minister of Health of Botswana and Director at UNAIDS.

Dr. Tlou has been instrumental in advancing HIV prevention strategies, improving healthcare systems, and promoting women’s health across Africa and globally. Her leadership and advocacy have significantly contributed to strengthening global health policies and expanding access to quality healthcare services.

She continues to be a powerful voice in global health, driving initiatives that improve health outcomes and empower communities worldwide.