Our Core Principles
About
Black Pharma is an Award-winning Social Enterprise Community Interest Company. Our vision is to see a greater representation of black professionals across the Pharmaceutical industry. We work to facilitate access to industry jobs and to support opportunities for professional development. Through this, our mission is to ensure that talented black students, graduates and early career professionals have the right opportunities to maximise their potential and make a positive impact.
Meet The Team
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Diversity, Inclusion & Empowerment
At Black Pharma, we don't just talk diversity; we embody it. Our foundation is built on the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and identities that each of us brings to the table. Here, inclusion isn't an afterthought—it's our way of life. We're committed to empowering underrepresented voices, every dream, and every ambition within our community. Because when we lift each other up, we all rise.
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Engagement & Integrity
Engage with us, and discover the heart of Black Pharma. We're about the people and the passion that drive us. Our essence lies in our core values, our groundbreaking offerings, and the unbreakable bonds we forge along the way. Trust is the cornerstone of everything we do, guiding our mission and magnifying our impact. With Black Pharma, you're not just a part of the industry; you're part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
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Innovation for Community Impact
Step into the future with Black Pharma, where innovation meets impact. We're pioneering paths not yet traveled, offering cutting-edge resources that fuel professional growth and community advancement. Our commitment goes beyond the pharmaceutical realm; it's about creating a lasting, positive effect on the patients and communities it serves. Join us, and be a part of something transformative. Together, we're not just changing the game—we're rewriting the rules.
Managing Director
Yannick Foh
Head of Professional Development
Ral Ogbah
Head of Community Engagement
Adeola Adelusi
Head of Innovation
Shanel Tetteh
Head of Programme Excellence
Clive Sowah
In-Person Events Lead
Chigo Ogbonna
Virtual Events Lead
Andrew Addo
Our Story
Black Pharma was founded by Kim Sholuade (nee Sowemimo), Monsurat Morenikeji Hanson, Jennifer Amponsah Adjalo, and Stephanie Oyesola. Four women who came together with a mission to create greater representation of black professionals across the Pharmaceutical industry. During their personal career journeys, they connected and supported each other through the challenges of being under-represented in the workplace. They shared their knowledge, networks and resources to ensure that they and others were able to achieve their career aspirations.
The small friendship group soon grew to a diverse community of both young and experienced professionals coming together to encourage, lift and celebrate one another. With the support of our allies, the community tackled the challenges of workplace biases and unequal access to opportunities, removing one barrier at a time. Black Pharma is the founders continued commitment to achieve racial equity in the workplace and support many more talented black students, graduates and professionals to maximise their potential and achieve their career goals.
Advisory Board
Co-Founder and Advisory Board Member
Monsurat Morenikeji Hanson
Co-Founder and Advisory Board Member
Jennifer Amponsah Adjalo
Co-Founder and Advisory Board Member