Every learner deserves a healthy place to thrive.
A Nigeria where every learner thrives in a healthy, safe and supportive school environment.
About SHEPAN (formerly Nigerian School Health Association - NSHA)
All hands on health.
We are a community of educators and professionals working to make health a foundation for learning in Nigeria.
Our story
1975— today
Rooted in collaboration. Built for progress.
SHEPAN (formerly Nigerian School Health Association - NSHA) was inaugurated on 20 November 1975. It grew from collaboration between the University of Ibadan’s former Department of Preventive and Social Medicine and its Health Education Unit, bringing medical and educational expertise together around the health needs of young people.
That collaborative spirit continues today. SHEPAN (formerly Nigerian School Health Association - NSHA) connects teachers, health educators, medical and paramedical personnel, environmental professionals, researchers, communicators and other stakeholders concerned with the wellbeing of learners and school personnel.
1975
The Nigerian School Health Association is inaugurated.
1977
The first national convention is held at the University of Ibadan with the theme “Healthful School Environment.”
Today
SHEPAN (formerly Nigerian School Health Association - NSHA) continues its work through conferences, professional learning, research, partnerships and the Nigerian School Health Journal.
What guides us01 / Vision 02 / Mission
Empower educators. Strengthen communities.
To enhance the quality of health education in schools and communities by empowering educators.
Our approachThe work is better
The work is better
together.
Our mission is grounded in professionalism, integrity and collaboration, with a commitment to sound practice, continuous learning and ethical engagement.
ProfessionalismIntegrityCollaborationContinuous learningEthical engagement