Kristen Alleyne

As a John R. Lewis Public Health Scholar with the CDC, Kristen conducted research on neglected diseases of poverty, specifically Trichomoniasis vaginalis. This work emphasized the crucial role of nuanced data analysis in uncovering healthcare disparities in underserved communities. In the non- profit sector, she spearheaded opioid overdose response training initiatives at Catholic Charities and worked with youth in the juvenile justice system at Spirit Awakening Foundation.