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11 <br /> Page 1 of 2 Sandra Okeke Bates <br /> Volunteer Application <br /> Orange County Advisory Boards and Commissions <br /> Name: Mrs. Sandra Okeke Bates <br /> Name Called: <br /> Home Address: 318 McClellan Trl <br /> Mebane NC 27302 <br /> Phone: 703-943-6558 <br /> Email: sandra.bates0617@gmail.com <br /> Year of OC Residence: 2022 <br /> Township of Residence: Cheeks <br /> Zone of Residence: Town of Mebane City Limits <br /> Gender Identity: Female <br /> Ethnic Background: African American <br /> Age Range: 18-34 <br /> Community Activities/Organizational Memberships: <br /> Duke Graduate & Professional Student Government, Director of DEI <br /> Duke Nursing Student (May 2024 Grad) <br /> Postpartum Doula Volunteer- MAMME INC <br /> Health Promotion - CASA Veteran Housing Community, Durham, NC <br /> Advisory council member- President Council on Black Affairs (Duke) <br /> Dementia Care -Senior Community Care of North Carolina (PACE) <br /> Past Service on Orange County Advisory Boards: <br /> N/A <br /> Boards/Commissions applied for: <br /> Board of Health <br /> Please explain how your background, education and experience is relevant to this board <br /> With my multifaceted background, I can contribute significantly to advancing public health <br /> initiatives and improving our community well-being. As a nursing student, I have gained a solid <br /> foundation in community health. I have planned and implemented evidenced based interventions <br /> for diverse communities. I have organized sustainable health campaigns that empowered <br /> individuals to make informed decisions. Engaged in fireside chat conversations with various <br /> policy makers to discuss health-related policy changes and its effect on our communities. <br /> Serving as a DEI director has honed my skills in fostering inclusivity. My commitment to <br /> assessing the SDOH, addressing health disparities and advocating for equitable access to <br /> healthcare services for all community members is very pivotal in my decision to join the board. <br /> Please explain your reasons for wanting to serve on this board <br /> I want to gain a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the board, and I am <br /> eager to collaborate with fellow board members, advocate for evidence-based policies, and <br /> promote health equity for all of Orange County community members. I would like to contribute to <br /> the fullest extent of my potential to Orange County <br /> How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? <br />