Anita Drugmand
About Anita Drugmand
Anita Drugmand is a Wellness Research Coordinator currently working at the First Nations Health Authority in Vancouver, British Columbia. She has a background in health and community services, with a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Public Health from the University of Victoria.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Anita Drugmand has been serving as the Wellness Research Coordinator at the First Nations Health Authority since 2018. In this role, she focuses on promoting wellness and health initiatives within First Nations communities in British Columbia. Her responsibilities include collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance health outcomes and address the specific needs of Indigenous populations.
Education and Expertise
Anita Drugmand holds a Bachelor of Arts in Health and Community Services, Indigenous Peoples Health from the University of Victoria, which she completed from 2014 to 2018. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the same institution between 2021 and 2023. Her academic background equips her with a strong foundation in public health principles and community health strategies.
Background
Anita Drugmand has a diverse professional background that includes roles in healthcare and public service. She worked as an Administrative Assistant at Island Health for three months in 2018 and served as a Pharmacy Technician at Rexall Pharmacy Group Ltd. from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, she gained experience as a Practicum Student with the BC Public Service in 2018.
Current Involvement in Public Health
Since 2020, Anita has been an Advisory Committee Member at the University of Victoria's School of Public Health and Social Policy. In this capacity, she contributes to discussions on public health policy and community engagement, leveraging her expertise to influence health initiatives and research within the academic community.
Passion for Community Health
Anita Drugmand is dedicated to creating healthier communities through various means, including policy development, advocacy, community engagement, and knowledge exchange. Her work emphasizes the importance of understanding the connections between public policy and health outcomes, particularly within Indigenous communities.