The Generation H project kick-off meeting brought together a diverse team of experts to devise a strategy for combatting unhealthy diets and sedentary lifestyles among adolescents in Ghana and Kenya. Participants who attended this meeting anticipated gaining insight into the project details, team dynamics, and individual roles, with a focus on developing strategies to tackle adolescent health challenges in Ghana and Kenya.
Expectations ranged from getting to know themselves and understanding the project’s scope to addressing key challenges and solutions. Challenges such as budget constraints, recruitment difficulties, and the participatory nature of the project were acknowledged, with solutions including effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and clear timelines.
Expectations for project management emphasized clear and timely communication, effective leadership, and equal partnership among consortium members. Overall, the kick-off meeting set the stage for a collaborative and impactful endeavor to improve adolescent health outcomes in the target regions.