Stephane Samudio is a Partnership and Engagement Manager at City Cancer Challenge (C/Can). Within this role, she is responsible for developing and driving strategic partnerships and impactful collaboration that strengthen cancer care in cities across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). With experience across different topics within healthcare, she has led global health initiatives, advocacy campaigns, and strategic partnerships, particularly in oncology, non-communicable diseases (NCDs), women’s health and immunisation.

Passionate about South-South cooperation and building long-term partnerships, Stephane has a background in public policy, urban studies and international relations. Before joining City Cancer Challenge, she led the Global Healthcare Practice of Speyside, working closely with teams on-the-ground across the Global South. She also worked on international affairs for the State Government of Sao Paulo, the UK Government, and industry & trade association on international cooperation. She holds a Master in Urban Studies from the University of Seville and an MBA in Project Management from FGV, Brazil.