Overview
In this episode of the Public Health Entrepreneurs Podcast, Dr. Huntley interviews Lashonda Richardson, the founder and CEO of Emerge Public Health and Community Development. Lashonda shares her journey and the mission of her organization, which is to educate, motivate, empower, and eliminate health disparities in communities. She discusses her work as a public health educator, consultant, and event planner. LaShonda speaks about focusing on resource evaluations, community engagement, and health education. She also talks about her passion for helping people and the challenges of not being able to save everyone. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of prevention and education in public health.
Meet LaShonda Richardson
Lashonda Richardson, MPH is the founder and CEO of EMERGE Public Health and Community.
She is a Public Health Educator, Certified Community Health Worker, and Health and Wellness Event Planner. Lashonda has a heart for public health and the community. She is passionate about health promotion, and ensuring that resources are available so that individuals have the opportunity to make informed decisions about their health and wellness.
Takeaways
Public health entrepreneurs play a crucial role in educating, motivating, and empowering individuals to make healthy decisions and eliminate health disparities.
Events and community engagement are effective ways to raise awareness, educate, and promote healthy behaviors.
Consulting with businesses and organizations can help evaluate and improve the effectiveness of their resources in serving the community.
Certifications like being a certified community health worker can enhance the skills and knowledge of public health entrepreneurs.
While it's important to have a passion for helping others, it's also necessary to set boundaries and prioritize self-care to avoid burnout.
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