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Amenti Bekere

@amentibekere

Public health professional at Mary’s Center coordinating WIC services and Safe Sleep operations for more than 200 families.

United States

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At Mary’s Center for Maternal and Child Health, I coordinate WIC nutrition services for women, infants, and children, including screenings, counseling, referrals, and support with digital services.

I also coordinate Safe Sleep Program operations, from class scheduling and crib distribution to compliance reporting with the DC Department of Health, supporting more than 200 families.

At Vibrant Health and Wellness Foundation, I facilitated CDC-recognized Diabetes Prevention Program sessions and helped participants set goals and make sustainable lifestyle changes.

At American University’s AhealthyU Program, I analyzed wellness participation data using Excel and SPSS and supported wellness initiatives with research, newsletters, and educational materials. I hold a Master of Science in Health Promotion Management and am a Certified Health Education Specialist.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Competent Para-Professional Authority (CPPA) & Safe Sleep Liaison

Current

Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Health

Apr 2023 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Coordinate nutrition services for women, infants, and children, ensuring compliance with USDA and DC WIC policies. Lead operational coordination of the Safe Sleep Program, managing logistics and compliance for over 200 families.

Program Coordination Nutrition Education Compliance Data Management Health Education Community Outreach Telehealth EWIC Quality Improvement

Current

Board Member & Mentor

Current

Egna Le Egna Mentorship Program for High School Students

Jun 2020 - Present (6 years 4 months)

Collaborate with board members to support strategic planning, community outreach, and program development. Provide one-on-one mentorship focused on academic success and leadership development.

Mentorship Strategic Planning Community Outreach Program Development Workshop Facilitation

Lifestyle Health Coach

Vibrant Health and Wellness Foundation

Oct 2024 - Nov 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Facilitated CDC-recognized Diabetes Prevention Program sessions, delivering evidence-based education on nutrition, physical activity, and stress management. Guided participants in setting SMART goals and monitoring progress.

Health Coaching Diabetes Prevention Group Facilitation Motivational Interviewing Program Evaluation Documentation

Team Assistant

American University – AhealthyU Program

Sep 2022 - Dec 2022 (3 months)

Analyzed wellness program participation data using Excel and SPSS to identify engagement trends. Coordinated and distributed weekly wellness newsletters to over 2,500 faculty and staff.

Data Analysis Excel SPSS Research Communication Skills Program Support