Board of Directors

Welcome to The J R Young Health Equity Institute

Meet the individuals who steer our work toward a culturally competent world through education, clinical care, and community programs. Our leaders and advisors contribute expertise drawn from the local, state, and national levels in service of health equity and educational equity for everyone.

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Guiding our mission forward
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Meet Our Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors provides governance and strategic direction for the Institute's work in education and health equity.

  • Deidra Thompson, President
  • Centeria Green, Vice President
  • Melinda Windham, Secretary
  • Willette Mathis, Treasurer
  • Stacia Dunson, Director
  • Trevalla Lindsey, Director
  • Linda Haynes, Director
  • Marietta Brent-Taylor, Director

Meet Our Advisory Board

Our support network across the local, state, and national levels includes a committed group of advisors who share their expertise and perspective to move the Institute's mission forward.

  • Michael Jones
  • Felisa Wilson-Simpson
  • Marreo McDonald
  • Penny Williams
  • Eddie Mae Springfield
  • Tamara Winfield
  • Dietrich Taylor
  • Bethany Case
  • Centeria Green
  • Trevalla Lindsey
  • Barbara Kendrick
  • Tearsanee Davis
  • Shelia Vincent

Board of Directors: Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Board of Directors do at the J R Young Health Equity Institute?
The Board of Directors supplies governance and strategic guidance for the Institute's educational equity and health equity mission. It backs the Institute's leadership as that leadership works to build a culturally competent world through education, clinical, and community programs.
Who sits on the Board of Directors?
The Board of Directors appears on this page under "Meet Our Board of Directors." Directors currently listed include Trevalla Lindsey, Linda Haynes, and Marietta Brent-Taylor.
What is the Advisory Board, and how does it differ from the Board of Directors?
The Advisory Board is a distinct group of advisors listed under "Meet Our Advisory Board." Its members include Michael Jones, Felisa Wilson-Simpson, Marreo McDonald, Penny Williams, Eddie Mae Springfield, Tamara Winfield, Dietrich Taylor, Bethany Case, Centeria Green, Trevalla Lindsey, Barbara Kendrick, Tearsanee Davis, and Shelia Vincent. Advisors contribute expertise and perspective, whereas the Board of Directors carries governance responsibility.
What is meant by "our local, state, and national support system"?
It describes the network of supporters, partners, and advisors at the local, state, and national levels who help move the Institute's educational and health equity work forward.
How do I get in touch with the Board of Directors or the Institute?
You can reach the Institute through the Contact Us page. Prospective partners, advisors, and supporters are welcome to connect with the Institute about its mission and programs.
Where can I find more about the Institute's mission and programs?
See the About page for the Institute's mission and leadership, the Health Equity Education page for the Office of Health Equity Education, and the College of Diverse EHW page for academic programs.

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Governance and guidance work together at the Institute: the Board of Directors holds responsibility for oversight and strategy, while the Advisory Board adds expertise and perspective from the local, state, and national levels. Together they support the Institute's education, clinical, and community programs.