Phronie Jackson

Phronie Jackson, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for the Bachelor of Science in Community Health Sciences program at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability, and Environmental Sciences. Her work focuses on improving health outcomes for underserved populations, particularly older adults and BIPOC communities, through community-based approaches, mentorship, and dissemination of evidence-based interventions.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health, Walden University
• Master of Public Health, Walden University
• Bachelor of Arts in Human Services, Spelman College

Research Interests:

• Advancing health equity for marginalized groups
• Nutrition and physical activity in aging populations
• Mental health disparities in BIPOC communities
• Community health outreach and program implementation

Leadership & Expertise:

• Founder and CEO, WALK Ward 5 Health Coalition, Inc.
• Established Student Public Health Club at UDC
• Launched Healthy Cities Healthy People Laboratory
• Supervising field work and mentoring students