Anaya Baptiste
New York
Summary
Motivated undergraduate student at Vanderbilt University pursuing dual degrees in Medicine, Health & Society and Psychology, with a passion for advancing equitable mental health and legal systems. Proven experienced in trauma-informed peer support, community wellness programming, and research on child development and cognitive reasoning. Skilled in event coordination, educational content development, and stakeholder engagement across academic, nonprofit, and law enforcement sectors. Seeking opportunities to enhance contributions at the intersection of mental health, public policy, and social justice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Wellness Services
Fraternal Order of Police
08.2024 - Current
- Researching critical issues in policing for the FOPs bicentennial survey
- Vetted mental health professionals and treatment centers to expand access to trusted support options for first responders nationwide
- Designed and distributed educational brochures to increase awareness of FOP-provided mental health services
- Created and maintained a database of over 100 vetted providers using Excel, improving referral efficiency for FOP wellness staff
- Organized Power In Peers: Train-the-Trainer course for first responders to learn how to give peer support when someone is in need
- Managed administrative and planning tasks for the national FOP Wellness Summit (300+ attendees), contributing to seamless execution and high engagement from clinicians and mental health professionals
Research Assistant
CCDL Lab at Vanderbilt University
Nashville
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducting research studies (CAST, SOC, and SAC) on infants and children (from 1 month to 6 years of age) about their cognitive learning, prosocial versus antisocial behavior preferences, their ability to understand causal events, and studying whether babies use Bayesian Inference or Causal Reasoning
- Scheduled and coordinated study sessions with families, ensuring consistent participant engagement and retention
- Recruited and enrolled participants using REDCap, maintaining organized and secure research records
- Analyzed developmental psychology papers to enhance lab discussions and improve research methodology
- Used R Studio to clean and analyze behavioral data, contributing to data visualizations and preliminary findings
Intern (Media Manager & Open Mic Facilitator)
Concerts in Motion
New York
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and managed digital content to protect Concerts in Motion's mission, creating engaging social media content that increased outreach and community engagement with diverse audiences, including older adults, veterans, mentally ill populations, and those experiencing isolation
- Organized and facilitated open mic concerts, coordinating reformers and fostering an inclusive, supportive environment that brought live music and meaningful social connections to underserved communities
- Provided emotional and social support to isolated individuals, applying Person-Centered, Trauma-Informed Care (PCTIC) training to create safe, engaging concert experiences that enhanced participants' sense of community.
- Helped expand access to arts-based mental health interventions, contributing to reduced loneliness and enhanced well-being among homebound and underserved audiences
Independent Study to create an Ethnic Studies Curriculum
DOE and Beacon High School
New York
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with the NYC Department of Education and the school faculty to develop a culturally responsive Ethnic Studies curriculum that is now officially offered to Beacon High School students
- Led curriculum research and content design, integrating themes of race, identity, and social justice to address gaps in traditional coursework
- Contributed to the institutionalization of equity-focused education, giving students tools to critically examine systemic inequality and their own lived experiences
Founder/Co-leader
Beacon Collaborative Minds
New York
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Founded and led Beacon High School's first mental health club, creating a safe space for students to openly discuss mental wellness and reduce stigma
- Partnered with school counselors, therapists, and social workers to design and deliver wellness workshops, peer discussions, and resource-sharing sessions
- Promoted student well-being and mental health literacy, reaching over 10,000 students through programming and outreach events
Education
Undergraduate -
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN05.2027
Graduate -
Beacon High School
New York, NY06.2023
Skills
- Research & Data Analysis
- Communication
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Social Media Management
- Education Content Development
- Financing Planning/Budgeting
- Time Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma-Informed Communication
- Program Coordination
- R Studio
- Peer Mentorship & Facilitation
Websites
Accomplishments
- Posse Foundation Full-Tuition Leadership Scholarship, 08/01/22 - 05/31/27
- National Art Honors Society + 35 hours of art community service, 08/01/22 - 05/31/23
- CIEE Global Navigator Scholarship, 08/01/21 - 05/31/22
Clubs And Extracurriculars
- Active Minds at Vanderbilt University, Freshman Representative, 09/01/23 - Present
- Vanderbilt Prison Project, 08/01/24 - Present
- Vanderbilt Pre-law Society, 08/01/24 - Present
- Heal VU, 09/01/23 - Present
- Posse Foundation Executive Board, Nashville, TN
- Alpha Phi Omega (Volunteering fraternity), 01/01/25 - Present
- Girls in Government, 10/01/21 - 06/30/23
- Beacon High School Student Government, 10/01/19 - 06/30/23
Certification
- Locating and Understanding Data for Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) – Awarded December 2024
2 credit hours; online course on accessing and interpreting suicide prevention data sources - CITI Program – Human Subjects Research (Social Behavioral Investigators & Key Personnel)
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI), Vanderbilt University
Completed: September 2023 · Expires: September 2026
Basic Course on ethics and compliance in human subjects research - PTSD Care Navigator Training
STRONG STAR Training Initiative – Completed June 2025
1-hour training on recognizing PTSD symptoms, using screening tools, and understanding evidence-based treatment options; designed for non-clinical professionals supporting trauma-affected populations
Affiliations
- Active Minds at Vanderbilt University
Freshman Representative SEPTEMBER 2023- PRESENT
- Vanderbilt Prison Project AUGUST 2024-PRESENT
- Vanderbilt Pre-law Society AUGUST 2024 - PRESENT
- Heal VU (1 hour bi-weekly) SEPTEMBER 2023- PRESENT
- Posse Foundation Executive Board, Nashville, TN DECEMBER 2023 - PRESENT
- Alpha Phi Omega (Volunteering fraternity) JANUARY 2025- PRESENT
- Girls in Government OCTOBER 2021 -JUNE 2023
- Beacon High School Student Government OCTOBER 2019 - JUNE 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Director of Wellness Services
Fraternal Order of Police
08.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
CCDL Lab at Vanderbilt University
09.2023 - 05.2024
Intern (Media Manager & Open Mic Facilitator)
Concerts in Motion
02.2022 - 06.2023
Independent Study to create an Ethnic Studies Curriculum
DOE and Beacon High School
09.2021 - 06.2023
Founder/Co-leader
Beacon Collaborative Minds
06.2021 - 06.2023
Undergraduate -
Vanderbilt University
Graduate -
Beacon High School
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