Daijah M. Martin
Durham
Summary
Dynamic public health advocate with extensive experience at the Women's Center, North Carolina Central University. Proven expertise in research and data analysis, alongside strong communication skills. Successfully developed community engagement strategies and health education initiatives, enhancing outreach efforts and fostering meaningful connections within diverse populations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Women's Center, North Carolina Central University
Durham
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in planning and executing public health initiatives, and community outreach programs.
- Focused on mental health support for women, and provided event coordination support.
- Worked under the mentorship of Jennifer M. Williams, the Executive Director.
- Managing registrations for the Women's Symposium Event, assisting with attendee sign-ins, collecting registration forms, and ensuring smooth access to the event.
- Distributing handouts, surveys, or feedback forms to attendees.
- Ensure speakers, panelists, and participants feel welcomed and comfortable throughout the event.
Research Assistant
Public Health Department, North Carolina Central University
Durham
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted research on maternal health disparities and health education initiatives.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for projects related to public health advocacy.
- Supported faculty in developing community engagement strategies.
- Collaborated on creating a project proposal to address college students' eating habits, considering stress, time management, and accessibility to nutritious food.
- Helped develop a framework to assess the effectiveness of interventions, including designing pre- and post-intervention surveys to evaluate changes in health behaviors.
Recreational Assistant & Seasonal Intern
National Capital Park & Planning Commission
Capitol Heights
06.2021 - Current
- Assisted the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) in meeting NRPA standards
- Designed and implemented public health programs and advocacy initiatives aligned with M-NCPPC’s goals
- Engaged with community members to promote public health initiatives and recreational opportunities
- Developed and delivered educational materials and presentations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC05-2025
Projects
- M.O.M. (Maternal Outreach for Mothers) Project, Designed and implemented an outreach program to reduce racial disparities in maternal health., Utilized the Health Belief Model to develop educational workshops for low-income mothers., Collaborated with community stakeholders and leveraged social media for recruitment.
- Nutrition and Women’s Mental Health – Women’s Leadership Symposium 2025, Presented research on the role of nutrition in mental health and academic performance among women., Developed educational materials and recommendations for healthier eating habits.
- Snack Smart: Stress-Free Eating for Busy College Students, Created an engaging environment to increase awareness of stress-eating habits and empower students with tools for managing emotional triggers related to food. Coordinated a social media campaign to promote the workshop and engage the campus community. Evaluated workshop effectiveness through pre/post surveys and follow-up assessments to track behavior changes and overall impact.
Certifications Skills
- Public Health Advocacy & Community Engagement
- Research & Data Analysis
- Health Education & Workshop Facilitation
- Social Media Campaigns & Outreach
- Maternal Health & Nutrition
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- SAS Coding Software
- Conflict Resolution & Leadership
- Strong Communication & Organizational Skills
Leadership Experience
- M.O.M. (Maternal Outreach for Mothers) Project – Co-Lead
- Public Health Student Organization – Active Member
- Women's Leadership Symposium 2025 – Presenter on Nutrition and Women's Mental Health
- NCCU SGA – Royal Court, Class Senator
- Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. – Member
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Royal Court
- Dean’s List – 2023, 2024
- University Honors Program – Member
- NCCU Peer Academic Leader
- NCCU Student Access and Success Leader (SAS Scholarship Recipient)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intern
Women's Center, North Carolina Central University
01.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
Public Health Department, North Carolina Central University
01.2023 - Current
Recreational Assistant & Seasonal Intern
National Capital Park & Planning Commission
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
North Carolina Central University
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