Mehrete Girmay

Mehrete Girmay, PhD, MPH, CGH is an Adjunct Professor at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, teaching PUBH 748: Leadership in Health Policy for Social Justice and serving as its course coordinator starting January 2022. She holds a PhD in Public Health Education and an MPH from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, alongside a BA in Sociology from UNC-Chapel Hill. Her postdoctoral training at Harvard University focused on global health, complemented by certifications in environmental public health and unconscious bias.

Education:

• PhD in Public Health Education, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
• MPH, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
• BA in Sociology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Research Focus: Girmay’s work centers on global health disparities, cultural competence, social justice, and marginalized populations. She investigates issues such as the digital health divide, mental health among international students, and health equity for low-resourced communities. Her research bridges academic and practical spheres, emphasizing skills development for future health professionals.

Recent Article Trends: Her publications address health disparities exacerbated by technology gaps, social isolation among international students, and systemic inequities in healthcare access. Themes include maternal and child health, opioid epidemics, and policy-driven solutions for vulnerable populations.

Awards/Grants: No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided text.

Labs/Teams: While no specific lab affiliations are mentioned, her role as a federal public health analyst and academic ties her to interdisciplinary teams addressing global and domestic health challenges.