De’Mia Harrington Artis, an American, is completing a bachelor’s degree in public health at Trinity Washington University. Her long-term plan is to leverage her education and her work experience within her community to develop and implement health initiatives that improve access to care and health outcomes for underserved populations.
De’Mia hopes to create a lasting change for those facing systemic challenges in underserved communities, which requires innovative solutions and relentless advocacy. This interest has driven her choice to pursue a degree in public health.
De’Mia is a Washingtonian whose experiences as a mother of four contributed to her recognition of the importance of creating opportunities for others. Before working in healthcare, De’Mia was a licensed cosmetologist for over 20 years. This was about much more than looks; empowering women to feel confident and capable drove her purpose and led her to become interested in improving the lives of women and children.
With previous experience as an emergency medical technician (EMT), De’Mia is currently working in guest services at the Children’s National Hospital. She is attending school full-time along with balancing work and family commitments. De’Mia hopes to combine her knowledge and experience to drive meaningful change in public health, and to work directly within a community health organization or public health department. Ultimately, she would like to establish a community-based health initiative that combines preventive care, education, and resources to empower individuals to take control of their health.
