Summary

The Community workgroup is comprised of community, faith, youth, grassroots, and public organizations committed to the prevention and reduction of childhood obesity. This workgroup enlists and empowers community residents and local organizations to engage in creating healthier environments in local neighborhoods. For a complete overview of the Community Workgroup, please review the Community Domain Strategic Plan (August 2022).

Please visit the Calendar or contact COI staff for information on attending a Community workgroup meeting.

Community Champions

Katherine Gordon

Katie Gordon
Community Domain Co-Chair

Our Team

COI Staff

Blanca Melendrez

Blanca Meléndrez, MA

Executive Director
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Shana Wright Bruno

Shana Wright Bruno, MPH, CHES​

Co-Director
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Jaclyn Resnick

Jaclyn Resnick, MPH

Senior Program Manager
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Lan Nguyễn

Lan Nguyễn, PHD, MURP

Public Health Advocacy Project Manager
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Gabriel Garcia

Gabriel Garcia

Community Health Project Manager
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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