Jason Dawson, MPH, has been in the field of public health for the past 21 years addressing health disparities in communities of color. He is currently a Health Equity Strategist for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Center for Health Equity. As a strategist for the Partnership and Collaboration unit, he works to build community partnerships that advance racial, social, economic, and environmental justice, and amplify community voices to drive decision-making and ensure accountability. He also advises on applying best health equity practices and strategies proven effective and innovative to strengthen community efforts. A native of Los Angeles, Dawson earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Morehouse College and Masters in Public Health from San Diego State University.
