We are delighted to welcome two new members to our board of directors, Dr Fanta Waterman and Ms Michelle Sutton. Both bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the public health and health education fields and will be an asset to our NGO as we continue our work to improve the health and wellbeing of our local, regional and online community.
About Dr Fanta Waterman
Fanta Waterman PhD, MPH is an award-winning researcher who is passionate about making health literacy achievable for everyone and investigating opportunities to improve the health and quality of life of underserved populations. Dr Waterman is currently the Founder and Managing Director of Serrette Brown Research and Consulting, a health research consultancy service.
Launching her career in Public Health Systems and Services Research (PHSSR), Dr. Waterman has held positions in local government agencies, consulting firms, non-profits, large manufacturers, and start-ups.
With numerous publications, Dr. Waterman is also a seasoned lecturer, having taught as an adjunct Associate Professor within the City University of New York from 2008 to 2013.
Dr. Waterman was born to Trinidadian and Gullah (South Carolina, US) parents and grew up in Harlem, NYC. Her favorite foods are callaloo (with crab!) and macaroni pie.
About Michelle Sutton
Michelle earned her Bachelor of Physical and Health Education with further graduate studies in Health Education and certification in Holistic Nutrition. Michelle is currently the Ministry of Education’s Health and Wellness Curriculum Coordinator, where she feels she can support the development of a strong foundation in health and wellness for children and young people. Michelle is also a Registered Massage Therapist and has been involved in health and wellness all her life.
We are delighted to have them on board and look forward to working with them over the coming years.
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