Dana Paycao
About Dana Paycao
Dana Paycao serves as a Senior Policy Associate at the National Center for Youth Law in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, where she focuses on addressing health disparities. She has a background in public health and anthropology, with previous roles at various organizations including Children's Hospital Los Angeles and UCLA.
Work at National Center For Youth Law
Dana Paycao serves as a Senior Policy Associate at the National Center for Youth Law, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on policy development and advocacy aimed at improving the lives of youth. Her work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to address issues affecting young people, particularly in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.
Education and Expertise
Dana Paycao holds a Bachelor of Science in Anthropology and a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Community Health Sciences, both from the University of California, Los Angeles. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in understanding health disparities and the social determinants of health, which she applies in her professional endeavors.
Background in Public Health
Dana has extensive experience in public health, having worked in various roles that emphasize community health and research. She was a Public Health Coordinator and Volunteer at the Mobile Clinic Project at UCLA, and she held positions at the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research, including CHIS Questionnaire Development Coordinator and Graduate Student Researcher. These roles have contributed to her understanding of health policy and community engagement.
Previous Experience and Roles
Before her current role, Dana Paycao gained valuable experience through several internships and volunteer positions. She worked as a Research Intern at Children's Hospital Los Angeles and as a Development Intern at the American Lung Association in California. Additionally, she served as a Copy Editor for FEM Newsmagazine, enhancing her communication skills within the health sector.
Community Engagement and Health Disparities
Dana Paycao is actively engaged in community work that focuses on highlighting and addressing health disparities. She collaborates with researchers, community members, and policymakers to develop strategies that improve health outcomes for underserved populations. Her commitment to public health is driven by her academic background and professional experiences.