IHDN Mission Activities

On Monday, April 27. 2026, I was invited to speak with students at the UIS Master in Public Health (MPH)
Program. I had a fabulous time presenting about Being a catalyst for change, with the MPH students at University of Illinois at Springfield during Professor Kathy Sgro evening class. Most of them are medical doctors, scientists and bioengineers from around the world. In essence, most are immigrants like myself.

I shared about my journey from Guyana, South America to the United States. I was part of the first MPH graduates from University of Illinois at Springfield, IL. My message focused on three things, 1) Influence 2) Perseverance and 3) How purpose is often revealed through hardship. The students had opportunity to share about their journey. I was in awe of the richness of their educational background and the resilience and determination they demonstrated throughout their journey. We all agreed that adversity can produce purpose. They were very impressed by the IHDN Ministry work we are doing in Ghana and are inspired to go back to their home countries to do something for their people.
I wish them all the best for a bright future is ahead of them!
Sincerely,
June Wood Agamah MPH
Logistics Coordinator, IHDN
Author of Caryl’s Closet
Junewoodagamah.com
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On Monday, April 27. 2026, I was invited to speak with students at the UIS Master in Public Health (MPH)
Program. I had a fabulous time presenting about Being a catalyst for change, with the MPH students at University of Illinois at Springfield during Professor Kathy Sgro evening class. Most of them are medical doctors, scientists and bioengineers from around the world. In essence, most are immigrants like myself.

I shared about my journey from Guyana, South America to the United States. I was part of the first MPH graduates from University of Illinois at Springfield, IL. My message focused on three things, 1) Influence 2) Perseverance and 3) How purpose is often revealed through hardship. The students had opportunity to share about their journey. I was in awe of the richness of their educational background and the resilience and determination they demonstrated throughout their journey. We all agreed that adversity can produce purpose. They were very impressed by the IHDN Ministry work we are doing in Ghana and are inspired to go back to their home countries to do something for their people.
I wish them all the best for a bright future is ahead of them!
Sincerely,
June Wood Agamah MPH
Logistics Coordinator, IHDN
Author of Caryl’s Closet
Junewoodagamah.com
- [ ] Twitter:
- [ ] Instagram:
- [ ] Facebook:
- [ ] LinkedIn:June Wood Agamah
- [ ] IHDN Mission Activities
- [ ] YouTube: June Agamah

June Wood Agamah June Wood Agamah is a Guyanese-American writer & author of the book, Caryl’s Closet. About June & Caryl’s Closet Caryl’s Closet is the story of a young Guyanese-American immigrant, June Wood Agamah, coming of age in a changing society. Her story is set amidst the backdrop of a new political sy...

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Hi All,
It’s always difficult to say goodbye. Thanks once again for making this trip to Ghana a special one! We were accompanied to the airport by Mr. Mark Dedzoe, Mr. Ernest Bobonu, Mr. Victor Gbewordo and Dr. Henry Kpeli.
We appreciate you and all the hours you spent driving us around and helping us get the best bargains at the Art Center. The Shea butter experience and visit to the markets were spectacular! Looks like we have new converts in Dr. Zak and Dr. Seth to the wonders of the use of pure Shea butter!
Thsnk you, Auntie Grace, for the delicious cuisine every day! Every meal was delicious!
We say bye for now at the airport!