Chandra Daniel, Ph.D., is currently pursuing her Dr.P.H. in Health Policy and Management at the New York Medical College. Her doctoral research in the field of Nutrition and Infectious Diseases led to her research and community outreach amongst the marginalized and frequently incarcerated population with substance use disorders. Her doctoral research finding was presented at the World Health Organization's Annual meeting for the Safe Injection Global Network. She is the recipient of the President's Volunteer Service Award. Dr. Daniel took a UN mission to India, as a Temporary Advisor to the UNAIDS, representing a unique collaborative partnership between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Harvard Medical School. The United Nations Association (UNA-USA) selected her as the Global Goals Ambassador for SDG-17. Dr. Daniel's work and research-related track record exude unique and innovative perspectives, are aimed at achieving better health outcomes for all.

Focus Area/Interests

• Health Policy
• Management
• Nutrition
• Infectious Diseases
• Substance Use Disorders
• Public Health
• Global Health

Career Experience

• Worked with the World Health Organization
• Served the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• Worked for the National Black Leadership in Health
• Part of the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task force
• Engaged with the New Jersey Department of Health
• Temporary Advisor to UNAIDS on a UN mission to India
• Assoicate Member of New York Academy of Medicine