Dr. Kamara is the Regional Director of Humanitarian and Emergency Affairs at World Vision in East Africa region where he blends theory and practice in his work. He has previously worked in different countries across Africa, Asia and Australia. He holds a PhD in Disaster Resilience from Western Sydney University. His work, and research interest mainly covers climate change, disasters and disaster resilience, public health, and rights of young people. He is currently collaborating on a project entitled 'Global Health and Evidence-based Health Policy and Practice: Implications for International Development Agendas. Dr. Kamara has authored over 30 peer reviewed research pieces and various commissioned reports.