ABOUT SCOPA
The chairman of scopa shall be responsible for coordinating and guiding the work of the Committee in the field of Population Activities which shall include:-
- Furnishing the member association with the current FAMSA regulations and guidelines for Population Activities.
- Inviting and receiving notification, names of MSA officers, for Population Activities from member Associations whose students may be willing to abide by the regulations and guidelines and who would undertake full participation in this area in their localities. Such notifications should reach the SCOPA not later than six (6) weeks after General Assembly.
- Consolidation arrangement with the medical school authorities for co-operation and supervision of the Population Activities of the respect member Associations.
- Drawing up a list of names of MSA officers of participating member associations.
- Forwarding such a list to SCOPE for Health Educative School arrangements not later than eight (8) weeks after the General Assembly.
- Maintaining close liaison with other bodies conducting investigations of working in the field of Population Activities.
- Distributing information and advice by sending periodic circular letters to all MSA officers for Population Activities which shall include:- List of new literature on Population Activities, summaries of reports received from various MSA officers- by Chairman SCOPA, Details of future conference dealing with Population Activities .
- Compiling a report of its activities in Population Activities, as well as its evaluation of its success, for presentation to the Executive Council and General Assembly.
- Exploring avenues to study its conduct and co-ordination of Population Activities and thus aim at making recommendations for improvement concerning FAMSA regulations for Population Activities.
- Distribute information and advice to MSA SCOPA officers by sending periodic circulars which include; list of new literature on Population Activities, Summary of activity reports from various MSA officers, details of future conference in population activities.
ABOUT THE CHAIRPERSON

Name: Michael Shoide
MSA: Tanzania Medical Student’s Association (TAMSA) – Kairuki University
Year of study: 2nd Year
Email address: scopa1@famsanet.org
Michael Charles Shoide is a dedicated medical student at Kairuki University, Tanzania, and an active leader in various capacities. He currently serves as the Chairperson for the Standing Committee on Population Activities (SCOPA) at FAMSA for the 2024/2025 term.
Michael’s passion for advocacy and community development is evident through his extensive involvement in initiatives like malaria eradication, mental health awareness, and gender equality. As the Founder and Executive Director of the Catalyst for Change Initiative (CCI), his efforts focus on empowering marginalized communities under the motto: “Change Starts Here!”
Michael also holds prominent roles in other organizations, including being the Chairperson of Youth Advisory Board at the Tanzania Health and Medical Education Foundation (TAHMEF) and the Youth Ambassador for Girls in STEM at UniAid Africa
With a strong background in public health, mentorship, and policy advocacy, Michael aspires to use his medical career to champion the rights of underrepresented populations. His dynamic leadership style and unwavering commitment to creating equitable health and education systems make him a valuable asset to any initiative he joins.