Samantha Ritter

Samantha Ritter is a highly accomplished professional with a strong background in public health, particularly in the areas of maternal, child, and adolescent health, HIV, STI, and viral hepatitis.

She holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Sociomedical Sciences with a focus on Sexuality, Sexual, and Reproductive Health from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Religion and History from Columbia University in the City of New York.

Samantha has held key roles in various prestigious organizations, including being the Director of Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health at NACCHO. Prior to this, she served as the Senior Program Analyst for HIV, STI, & Viral Hepatitis at NACCHO, Senior Training Manager at HealthHIV, and Research Consultant at the International Center for Research on Women (ICRW).

Her diverse experience also includes positions such as Gender and Sexuality Educator at The School at Columbia University, HIV/AIDS Education and Training Consultant at the Spencer Cox Center for Health, Outreach and Hotline Volunteer at HIPS, and Public Policy Associate at the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.

Furthermore, Samantha has been involved in global health initiatives, having served as a World Partners Fellow at the Society for Education, Nutrition, and Health Action at the American Jewish World Service, and as a Development Intern at the Clinton Foundation.

Samantha Ritter's expertise, combined with her educational background and extensive experience in various public health domains, make her a valuable asset in the field of public health and wellness.