Chanita RussellBack to Member List
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Host Site
Penn Medicine Department of Family Medicine and Community Health
Position
Community Health Coordinator
Where are you from?
Delaware County, PA
Why did you decide to join NHC?
As I was preparing for my gap year before grad school, I wanted to ensure that my passion for public health would not be put on hold, so when I learned of NHC, I knew it would be a perfect fit!
What are you hoping to gain or learn during your service term?
I hope NHC will provide me the opportunity to assist the most vulnerable communities in achieving the highest level of physical health and wellbeing, allowing me to listen and uplift their voices and stories, and using empathy to build trust and advocate for betterment of those in need.
What are you most looking forward to during your service term?
Getting to know new people and introducing them to my favorite places in the Philly area.