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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

We're happy to highlight Jade Baptiste's work in the CHANGE Lab! 🦋 Jade is our Lab Coordinator. She has a B.S. in psychology. Her research interests include adolescents and health psychology. Jade has led projects such as the Youth Advisory Board, LIGHT, You Got It Girl, and the Pathways project! 🦋

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We're excited to welcome Dr. Taina Quiles-Kwock to the CHANGE Lab! 🦋 Role: Dr. Taina is our new postdoctoral fellow for CHANGE Lab and IHESJR. Her research explores how Black, Latina, and Afro-Latina girls learn to resist gendered racism. She'll help lead the IDEAS AND LIGHT project. 🦋

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The CHANGE Lab would like to recognize September as National Suicide Prevention Month. The world is better with you in it ❤️

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The CHANGE Lab would like to recognize today as International Overdose Awareness Day. This year's theme is 25 Years On. Still Needed. We must foster community to bring us together, recollect those we've lost, and take action to better our communities. 🦋 Read more at:https://www.overdoseday.com/

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We are so proud of our NEU Forge students, Mahdiat Sihat and Ella Zheng, for presenting their posters at the NEU Forge Research Symposium! 🦋 Mahdiat and Ella worked in the CHANGE Lab for 6 weeks, eager to learn about research and apply their learning to transform a research question into a poster! 🦋

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

The CHANGE Lab would like to recognize National Immunization Awareness Month! 🦋 We want to take time to recognize the scientists and healthcare workers who have kept our communities safe from preventable diseases! 🦋 #publichealth #healthequity #healthcare #advocacy

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

We’re excited to have Nadia Kumar join the CHANGE Lab! 🦋 Nadia is currently assisting the CHANGE Lab coordinator, Jade, with planning and organizing any CPA (Community Partner Assessment) projects. 🦋 We're glad to have Nadia on the CHANGE Lab team! 🦋

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

The CHANGE Lab wants to celebrate International Non-Binary People's Day! We wish that everyone lives true and authentic to themselves. 🦋🦋🦋

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

We’re happy to welcome Daniel O'Donnell into the CHANGE Lab! 🦋 Danny is the new Health Equity and Technology Co-Op, where he will be supporting the Lab’s Youth Advisory Board, Social Media Accounts, and other operations. 🦋 We're glad to have Danny on the Team!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

We’re celebrating Juneteenth with stories, healing, and transformation! Join us LIVE at the 2026 LIGHT Festival. Featuring Ayo Binitie II, Madison Petaway, and Anthony and Afoma Ezeokoye. June 19 | 11AM-1PM ET Register: bit.ly/light-fest-2... #LIGHTFestival #healingandtransformation #virtualevent

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Let's welcome Riana to the CHANGE Lab! Riana is an undergraduate research assistant within the CHANGE Lab, primarily working on the STAR project and assisting on other projects such as LIGHT. We're glad to have you here, Riana!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

The CHANGE Lab wishes everyone an uplifting and powerful Pride Month. Love is Love no matter what; let's celebrate the accomplishments, courage, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community. “No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us.” — Marsha P. Johnson

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

We are thrilled welcome Abby Hollis to the CHANGE Lab! Abby will be joining us as an Undergraduate Research Assistant, where she will be working on the LIGHT project. We're glad to have you here, Abby!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

We are so excited to welcome Sophia Carlisle to the CHANGE Lab! Sophia will be joining us as an Undergraduate Research Assistant, where she will be working on the You Got it Girl program. We're glad to have you here, Sophia!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Happy Cinco de Mayo to all those who celebrate!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Public health is not a moment, it's a movement. This #NationalPublicHealthWeek, we reflected on what Ready. Set. Action. means to us at the CHANGE Lab and our commitment to health equity for adolescents and families. #NPHW2026 #HealthEquity #CHANGELab

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

We hope all those who celebrate are having a warm Eid ul-Fitr filled with love and happiness!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

The CHANGE Lab wishes our Hindu community a happy, colorful, and sweet Holi, full of laughter and joy!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

We are excited to welcome Kathleen to the CHANGE Lab! Kathleen has joined us as our Health Equity and Technology Co-op, where she is working on our Youth Advisory Board, managing our social media, and contributing to other administrative efforts. We're happy to have you here, Kathleen!

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The Institute of Health Equity and Social Justice Research at NU @nuihesjr.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to highlight two researchers affiliated with the Institute and some of the projects that they have been working on. Thank you, @tiffanydjoseph.bsky.social and Dr.Thurston, for all that you contribute to the Institute and our greater community!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

This week is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Eating disorders remain widely misunderstood and underdiagnosed, especially in marginalized communities. The CHANGE Lab is committed to awareness, open conversations, and continued advocacy for accessible, culturally responsive care for all.

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The CHANGE Lab also wishes our Christian community a blessed Ash Wednesday and beginning of Lent. We hope your holy season is fulfilling, reflective, and peaceful! #Lent

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The CHANGE Lab wishes a Happy Ramadan to our Muslim community! We hope this holy month is filled with blessings, peace, and quality time with loved ones. May you have a safe and meaningful Ramadan! #Ramadan

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Thank you Ghenaya Winanda for joining our lab meeting yesterday! Ghenaya is a former student of Dr. Thurston, our lab director! She gave a wonderful presentation on her journey after the CHANGE Lab, her career goals, and advice for those interested in pursuing graduate school. ✨ 🦋 🩵 💙 🤎 🦋 ✨

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Leaders Igniting Generational Healing and Transformation is calling for submissions to Issue 6 of the LIGHT Magazine, a creative literary magazine that centers the public in public health. Using art, letters, stories, and poetry tell us: How might the roots of your joy sustain your wellbeing?

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

This month, and every month, the CHANGE Lab honors the contributions, achievements, and resilience of the Black community, leaders, and change makers. Their resistance paved the way for the work we do today. Let us continue their legacy and break down barriers in every way we can. #BlackHistory

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

We are excited to welcome Maya Preuss to the CHANGE Lab! Maya will be joining us as a Health Equity Intern, where she will be working on the You Got it Girl program. We're happy to have you here, Maya!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Today kicks off National Health Education Week! Each day this week, the Society for Public Health Education will host webinars on a variety of topics, like AI, women’s health, linguistic equity, and more. Visit their website to learn more and register here: www.sophe.org/conferences_...

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National Health Education Week - Society for Public Health Education - SOPHE

National Health Education Week is the third week of October. NHEW focuses on increasing awareness of major public health issues & promotion health education

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Today we honor the resilience, cultures, and histories of Indigenous peoples. At the CHANGE Lab, we recognize that advancing equity means acknowledging history and uplifting Indigenous voices in the work toward justice. #IndigenousPeoplesDay

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

October is Global Diversity Awareness Month! At the CHANGE Lab, we’re proud to promote diversity across all cultures and backgrounds. Join us in celebrating and learning from the many perspectives that drive innovation and shape our world! #GlobalDiversityAwarenessMonth

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Interested in HIV research? Join us on Tuesday, October 21st at 11:30am cst to learn more about the STAR Scholars Program 2026-2027 and the application process! Visit www.star4ph.org to learn more. STAR Webinar Flyer

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STAR - Stimulating Training and Access to HIV Research Experiences

Supporting the next generation of leaders in HIV research among the Global Majority

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

In honor of Blindness Awareness Month, the Foundation Finding Blindness is spreading awareness with their #ShareYourVision campaign. Explore this campaign to spread awareness and celebrate all the unique ways we process the world!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Today marks the first day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Early detection and equitable access to care save lives. Together, let’s raise awareness, share resources, and continue advocating for health equity in cancer prevention and treatment! #BreastCancerAwareness

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Suicide Prevention Month is a time to reduce stigma, emphasize the importance of mental health support, and make sure resources are readily available to everyone. For more information and resources, you can visit the National Alliance on Mental Illness here: www.nami.org/get-involved...

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Suicide Prevention Month

September is Suicide Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized topic. We use this month to shift public perception, spread hope and share vital information to people affected by...

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

This Hispanic Heritage Month we are celebrating the contributions of researchers and innovators within the CHANGE Lab and beyond! You have and continue to make vital contributions that help us shape a brighter, more inclusive future. latino.si.edu/learn/teachi...

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Hispanic Heritage Month Resources | National Museum of the American Latino

Explore this collection of resources for Hispanic Heritage Month.

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

As a reminder, LIGHT Festival 2025 is happening on Thursday, June 19!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

LIGHT Festival 2025 is happening on Thursday, June 19 in St. Louis and on Zoom. This hybrid event brings together artists, public health leaders, community members, and storytellers for a day of creative expression, collective healing, and meaningful dialogue. Learn more: bit.ly/LIGHTfestival2025

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Issue 3 of LIGHT Magazine is now live! This edition explores healing and transformation through cancer with powerful contributions from survivors, caregivers, and creatives. Read the full issue at: light4ph.org/shop #LIGHTMagazine #ArtsInHealth #CancerAwareness #PublicHealth

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Bringing awareness to children's mental health is critical for education and expanding access to care. We want to share and bring awareness to this ever-growing topic. Please click the link in our bio for more information.

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Are you interested in art, writing letters, stories, and poetry? Leaders Igniting Generational Healing and Transformation (LIGHT) is calling for submissions for Issue 5 of the LIGHT Magazine, a literary magazine in public health. If you're interested, please click the link in our bio for more!

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

This week is the American Public Health Association's National Public Health week! Visit their website for more information and their key health issues for 2025: www.nphw.org

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

In recognition of International Women's Day this weekend, we would like to celebrate all of the strong, brave women at the CHANGE Lab and across the world! Thank you for everything you do.

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CHANGE Lab @changelab.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

The CHANGE Lab is moving to Bluesky! If you haven’t heard of us before, you can find out more about us below and on our website: www.changelabboston.com Be sure to follow our new account to stay updated on our research and more!

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