A Day in the Field – Women at Work
July 14, 2026
UNC Peacock Fellow Khadija Muhammad brings us into the field with the “Women at Work” program.
UNC Peacock Fellow Khadija Muhammad brings us into the field with the “Women at Work” program.
We can’t wait to showcase the meaningful contributions these ambitious and talented fellows will make during their CFK experience.
“While we produced simple maps of existing facilities, I see mapping as a way to tell stories about everyday practices and local knowledge.”
“This work exemplifies the powerful partnership and mutual respect that we share with Gillings,” said Jeffrey Okoro, CEO at CFK.
“Living and working in Kenya revealed the immense strength and resilience of communities in Kibera.”
“Seeing the final report and knowing that the tools I designed helped gather real, actionable insights was a powerful reminder of why Monitoring & Evaluation matters.”
“How can a single map carry multiple stories and account for the many ways people inhabit and experience a place?”
“Over the past year, his “MEJO 476: Ethical Issues and Sports Communication” students developed research-based solutions for CFK Africa.”
“It’s about creating a space where, for just a little while, a teen mom can be more than a statistic or a story of survival. She can be curious. She can be seen. She has control.”
“This experience has once again reminded me of the importance of cultural competence in public health initiatives and the value of shared experiences in fostering empathy and understanding.”