Environmental Justice Program Manager, Black Women for Wellness
Dr. Astrid Williams has an extensive background in public health. Dr. Williams' background spans the fields of chronic disease, maternal and reproductive health. She is most passionate about women's issues and its connection to health.
Dr. Astrid Williams’ specific interests include advancing evidence-based practices in the development of public policy that addresses community-level health and social aspects. She has coordinated numerous programs as it relates to public health as an administrator and leader. She serves as faculty in higher learning teaching the next generation of healthcare leaders.
She is a graduate of Loma Linda University School of Public Health earning a Doctorate in Public Health and Master of Public Health in Health Promotion & Education. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychobiology from the University of California at Los Angeles, (UCLA). Additionally, Dr. Williams is certified as a Health Education Specialist (CHES).