Summary

The Early Childhood workgroup is comprised of childcare and preschool providers and stakeholders committed to the prevention and reduction of childhood obesity. This workgroup assists parents, teachers, administrators, and childcare providers in the promotion of healthy nutrition and physical activity among young children.For a complete overview of the Early Childhood Workgroup, please review the Early Childhood Domain Strategic Plan (August 2022).

Please visit the Calendar or contact COI staff for information on attending an Early Childhood workgroup meeting.

Early Childhood Champions

Megan Porter

Megan K. Porter
Neighborhood House Association

Natalie Rogers
Neighborhood House Association

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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