Ruth Girma

Ruth is currently an undergraduate student at the University of Guelph pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in One Health, with an area of emphasis in Environment, Food, and Health. She is interested in the intersections between environmental sustainability, food access, and community/public well-being. She has research experience examining community-led initiatives that aim to improve food access and promote equitable food systems. Ruth is passionate about supporting community-grown projects that foster collaboration, resilience, and sustainable change. She is also involved in campus initiatives that raise awareness about One Health issues, as she helps create educational materials, plan events, and engage students in conversations about global health challenges.