ASAFET Advocacy for Reproductive Health Justice Toolkit [5/2023]
Drafted a toolkit to be accessible to the general public with information on reproductive health justice and pending local and state reproductive legislation.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Health Equity Coordinator
A Step Ahead Foundation Of East Tennessee (ASAFET)
08.2022 - 08.2023
Researched pending bills and drafted summaries on recent legislation regarding reproductive health in Tennessee.
Developed presentation materials regarding reproductive health justice to be presented to members of the board and potential community partners.
Contributed to several grant applications for necessary non-profit funding.
Actively participated in various non-profit outreach and community partnerships, including but not limited to: Metro Drug Coalition, Knox County Department of Health, Knoxville Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Initiative (KAPPI), Tennessee's Department of Health (TDOH) East Regional Health Councils, East Tennessee Recovery Centers, East Tennessee Youth Detention Centers.
Regularly taught health education courses to individuals in recovery regarding birth control methods, reproductive anatomy, and healthy relationships.
Analyzed qualitative data collected on post health education session surveys.
Built reports to reflect knowledge gained by participants after health education sessions.
Utilized evidence-based research to develop education materials for youth audiences on the topics of reproductive anatomy, birth control, and healthy relationships.
Education
Master of Public Health - Health Policy And Management
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
05.2023
Bachelor of Education - Kinesiology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
05.2021
Skills
Adequate in Word and Google Docs
Health Policy Analysis
Public Health Advocacy
Experience Engaging External and Internal Organization Partners
Audience Specific Program Development
Multitasking and Organization
Commitment to Health Equity
Community Integration
Experience in Grant Writing for Non-profit Organizations
Effective in Verbal and Written Communication
Timeline
Health Equity Coordinator
A Step Ahead Foundation Of East Tennessee (ASAFET)
08.2022 - 08.2023
Master of Public Health - Health Policy And Management