Sharifullah Wahdati

Sharifullah Wahdati is a global health and nutrition professional with extensive experience in development and humanitarian contexts, particularly in low-resource and conflict-affected settings. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences at the University of Toronto, focusing on community-based nutrition interventions in conflict-affected countries like Afghanistan. His research also explores the impacts of climate change on healthcare delivery in South Asia.

Sharif is the co-founder and Senior Advisor at the Afghanistan Institute of Nutrition and Home Economics (AINHE), where he leads innovative programs to strengthen health and nutrition systems. His work includes implementing capacity-building initiatives, generating evidence on social and behavior change (SBC), and promoting sustainable practices across Afghanistan's 34 provinces. He has consulting services to global health and development organizations, including UNDP, FAO, DAI, Acasus and others.

A passionate advocate for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Sharif's efforts focus on reducing malnutrition, promoting equitable access to healthcare, and enhancing resilience in vulnerable communities. With a strong background in policy development, program implementation, and capacity building, he actively collaborates with international agencies and academia to drive impactful and sustainable change in health and nutrition.