Lisa Benavente

Lisa Benavente serves as the State Coordinator for the Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) at NC State University Extension. With 25 years of experience, she leads nutrition education initiatives for limited-resource families and youth. Her roles include compliance oversight, program planning, curriculum development, and resource stewardship. She previously held leadership positions in the Northern Mariana Islands and North Carolina Extension districts.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Consumer and Family Sciences, University of Guam
• Master of Extension Education, NC State University

Research interests focus on community nutrition, adult education methodologies, and leadership strategies in extending health programs to underserved populations. Her publications address innovative approaches like social media integration in nutrition education and challenges in reaching low-income audiences.

Programs managed include 'Families Eating Smart and Moving More' and collaborations with Head Start. She actively promotes program visibility through national conferences and digital platforms.