Dr. Mira Johri

Mira Johri is a Professor in the Department of Health Management, Evaluation and Policy at the School of Public Health, University of Montreal. Her research focuses on understanding and addressing the structural exclusions that leave some children beyond the reach of health systems. By generating evidence and forging alliances, Dr. Johri’s work aims to make children who are excluded from essential services such as vaccination-visible, uphold their dignity, and promote inclusive health systems that work for all.
Dr. Johri has served as a consultant to prominent global organisations, including the World Health Organization, CEPI, UNICEF, and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. Additionally, she co-founded and advises the Raah Health and Social Development Foundation, which champions community-led innovation in rural India. Her research, published in leading academic journals, informs global policy on vaccine equity and has received national and international recognition, Notable awards include the Vic Neufeld Mentorship Award from the Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research (2020), the Innovation in Science and Technology Award from Drishti Media Group (2021), the Research Excellence Award from the University of Montreal School of Public Health (2022), and the University of Montreal Exceptional Contribution Award (2025-2030).