I am a Ph.D. student at University of Maryland, Baltimore County for the School of Public Policy, specializing in Health Policy. I hold a B.A. in Philosophy and a Minor in Bioethics from Johns Hopkins University. I am an aspiring policy analyst passionate about the intersection of public health, ethics, policy, and social justice. I believe that a compassionate community has the ability to identify and address inequities and find strength through solidarity, transparency, and accountability. It is absolutely critical for leaders to keep social and racial justice in mind when constructing frameworks and policies. I do this not only through her formal education of philosophy, ethics, public policy, and public health but also through my committed investment in work and energy in the Baltimore City community and actively working to listen and understand the needs of the community.