Jackie Leung

Executive Director, Micronesian Islander Community (MIC)
Envision CHW Council

Believing that racism is a public health crisis, Jackie brings informed insights as a city councilor, local government, and policy perspective. She serves on boards and commissions including maternal and child health, hunger, health equity, prenatal health, and Medicaid accessibility. While working toward her Ph.D. in Public Health at Oregon State University, Jackie utilizes her law degree (from Willamette University) to help people navigate complex systems where citizenship status can present barriers.

Areas of expertise:
legal implications and immigration status, maternal and child health, building non-profits, Micronesians, COFA citizens, community health workers, policy & advocacy

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