Stephanie Saintilien serves as a Special Assistant for the Bureau of Health Equity and Capacity Building at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. In her role, she ensures the efficient operation of equitable programs implemented by the city. Stephanie’s background in public health is focused on health policy and global health. Her areas of interest are food security, mental health, global health, and sexual and reproductive health.

Stephanie’s interest in promoting doula practices led her to the MOTHER Lab. In addition to her work with The MOTHER Lab, she serves on the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Emerging Leaders Committee and the UAlbany SPH Climate & Inclusion Committee. Her goal is to advocate for social change within the cultural climate of the school. Stephanie is a Queens, NY native and enjoys spending time with loved ones. Her other interests include film photography, adventure hikes, yoga, urban gardens, and traveling.