I am a Malawian currently residing in Lilongwe District. I grew up in Blantyre before relocating to Lilongwe in 2019 to pursue my academic studies. I am now a fifth-year student at African Bible College, where I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Audiology, with an expected graduation date of June 2025. Throughout my studies, I have gained valuable experience in the field. In 2023, I played an active role in the logistics of a hearing health awareness campaign as part of our class project. In 2024, I was honored to collaborate with the University of South Florida on a research project that explored the knowledge, beliefs, and practices surrounding Otitis Media in the Malawian community. In February 2025, I had the privilege of traveling to the United States after receiving the student travel award from Population Hearing Health Care (PopHHC), where I presented our research findings. Upon graduation, I am passionate about pursuing further studies in otolaryngology and engaging in research to enhance ear and hearing healthcare services in Malawi. Audiology is still a relatively new field in our country, with very few audiologists and only one college offering the program. As a result, I am eager to contribute to the growth of the field by conducting further research on ear health and increasing awareness about audiology. Ultimately, my dream is to become both a researcher and a professor in audiology, dedicated to advancing the field and improving ear health care in