DOIENNE SAAB

Public health leader with 12+ years of experience in program management, maternal and reproductive health, stakeholder engagement, and health equity initiatives. Combines formal doula training with expertise in curriculum development, culturally responsive communications, and multi-sector collaboration to improve outcomes for women, birthing people, and historically marginalized communities. Skilled in managing high-impact projects, building authentic partnerships, and advancing patient-centered care.

• ANAC HIV & Aging Scholar, 2024
• Employee Recognition Award, NYC DOHMH, 2020
• Co-Chair, Health & Social Services Committee, Brooklyn Community Board 9

• Senior Community Planner / City Research Scientist, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - NY HIV Planning Council, 01/01/23-Present, Coordinate community-led needs assessments addressing social determinants of health, medical mistrust, and cultural responsiveness., Manage $4M+ in funding for clinical and supportive services, improving access to care for key populations., Develop patient-centered learning sessions and culturally tailored public-facing materials., Strengthen partnerships with providers, advocacy organizations, and community-based organizations to address health inequities.
• Project Manager / Consultant, Health Justice Consulting, 04/01/23-04/01/24, Led advocacy campaigns and outreach strategies for nonprofit clients in sexual and reproductive health., Developed accessible training resources on HIV prevention and reproductive health services., Advised clients on partnership development with maternal health and community-based advocacy groups.
• Biomedical Prevention Specialist / City Research Scientist, NYC DOHMH - Bureau of Hepatitis, HIV, and STIs, 02/01/19-01/31/23, Designed training curricula and culturally responsive communication materials to increase access to sexual and reproductive health services for Black, Latinx, LGBTQIA+, and immigrant communities., Managed the NYC Health Map (https://a816-health.nyc.gov/nycmap/health), a free online directory connecting New Yorkers to sexual health clinics and reproductive health services., Facilitated learning collaboratives and provider trainings to enhance equitable care delivery.
• Vaccine Operations Safety Manager / Mpox Site Lead, NYC DOHMH - Incident Command System, 05/01/20-01/31/23, Directed public-facing safety operations at vaccination sites, with targeted outreach to underserved communities., Built trust with advocacy and community leaders to promote vaccine uptake.

• Full-Spectrum Doula Training, Ancient Doula Services, Brooklyn, NY, 05/01/20
• Continuing education in birthwork, postpartum care, and reproductive justice through Ancient Doula Services.
• Experience collaborating with doulas, midwives, and maternal health advocates on program design, training, and communications.