George W. Johnson
Madison,TN
Summary
PhD-level public health researcher and science writer specializing in translating complex cancer and health disparities research into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences. Demonstrated success in developing peer-reviewed publications and leading impactful community presentations. Expertise in narrative writing, editing, and mixed-methods research, with a strong focus on grant-funded research communications. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with senior scientists, community partners, and institutional leaders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Member & Treasurer
Addressing Redlining Coalition
Omaha, USA
08.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: University of Nebraska Omaha
- Lead policy initiatives to address housing inequality and structural racism in Omaha
- Manage a $26,000 budget for community-led programming and legislative advocacy
- Facilitate collaborations between academic leaders, elected officials, and residents
- Designed and analyzed community needs assessments to inform policy reports
- University of Nebraska Omaha
Volunteer & Program Support
Malcolm X Memorial Foundation
Omaha, NE
06.2022 - Current
- Co-led blood donation awareness campaigns tailored to African American populations
- Facilitated focus groups to identify cultural barriers to health engagement
- Disseminated findings through community events and educational materials
- Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Greeted guests and offered assistance in finding specific departments or personnel.
- Gathered opinions and support from grassroots supporters to solidify group position.
- Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
Director of Community Affairs
Salt Wagon Clinic
Nashville, USA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: Meharry Medical College
- Led outreach and partnerships with underserved communities in Nashville
- Supported efforts to bridge access to primary care and public health education
- Meharry Medical College
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Public Health (Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Research)
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE01.2025
Master of Science - Public Health
Meharry Medical College
Nashville, TN05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Minor: Public Health)
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05.2019
Skills
- Policy Research & Health Equity
- Community engagement
- Health communication
- Team collaboration
- Data collection
- Grant writing
- Statistical analysis
- Legislative Process & Community Advocacy
- SEER
- SPSS
- REDCap
- Scientific & Grant Writing
- Community-Based Research
- Public Health Communication
- Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis
- Program Planning & Evaluation
- Nonprofit experience
- Risk reduction
- Strategic planning
- Community outreach
- Visionary leadership
- Team building
- Ethical leadership
- Complex Problem-solving
- Board reporting
- Interpersonal communication
- People and culture
Accomplishments
Distinguished Student of Practice Award
University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska Spring 2024
Shabazz Courage Award
Malcolm X Memorial Foundation, Omaha, Nebraska Spring 2024
Teagle Foundation Scholarship Fall 2020
Meharry Medical College, Nashville, Tennessee
Milner’s Public Health Scholarship Fall 2020
Meharry Medical College, Nashville, Tennessee
Rufus Brackett Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fall 2020
Meharry Medical College, Nashville, Tennessee
Annual Benefit Fund Scholarship Fall 2020
Meharry Medical College, Nashville, Tennessee
Tennessee Hope Scholarship Recipient 2015-2019
University of Tennessee Promise Scholarship Recipient 2015-2019
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee
University of Tennessee Public Health video contest, 3rd place Spring 2018
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee
Scientific Publications
1. Cunningham-Erves J, Campbell L, Barlow C, Barajas C, Mayo-Gamble T, Perry M, Johnson G.Reducing HPV-Associated Cancers and Disparities: Engaging African American Men to Develop a Culturally Appropriate Program that Addresses Their Needs. Am J Health Educ. 2021;52(4):194-206. doi: 10.1080/19325037.2021.1930614. Epub 2021 Jun 10. PMID: 34239655; PMCID: PMC8258611.
2. Mayo-Gamble TL, Cunningham-Erves J, Kas-Osoka C, Johnson GW, Frazier N, Joosten Y. A multiperspective on the broad dissemination of research findings to past research participants and the community-at-large. Transl Behav Med. 2021 Jul 9:ibab095. doi: 10.1093/tbm/ibab095. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34244808.
3. Reach and weight loss of comparison group participants that enrolled in the active intervention following a diabetes prevention trial
Tzeyu L. Michaud, Ph., Cleo Zagurski, George Johnson, MSPH, Kathryn E. Wilson, Ph.D., Gwendolyn C. Porter, Ph.D., Paul A. Estabrooks, PhD
4. Digital divide during COVID: Who used telehealth by late 2020? - A cross-sectional study of Nebraska adults."
Lisa C. Smith, George W. Johnson, Snehal Jadhav, Josiane Kabayundo, Muskan Ahuja, Hongmei Wang, Kendra L. Ratnapradipa
Timeline
Board Member & Treasurer
Addressing Redlining Coalition
08.2023 - Current
Volunteer & Program Support
Malcolm X Memorial Foundation
06.2022 - Current
Director of Community Affairs
Salt Wagon Clinic
01.2020 - 01.2021
Doctor of Philosophy - Public Health (Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Research)
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Master of Science - Public Health
Meharry Medical College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Minor: Public Health)
University of Tennessee