Ari Celaya
About Ari Celaya
Ari Celaya serves as the Director of Equity and Culture at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, where they focus on enhancing equity and culture within the organization. With extensive experience in patient services and engagement, Celaya has worked in various roles at Planned Parenthood and the National Abortion Federation, contributing to gender, race, and health equity initiatives.
Current Role at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Ari Celaya serves as the Director of Equity and Culture at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. In this role, which began in 2021, Celaya focuses on enhancing equity and cultural initiatives within the organization. This position involves developing and implementing strategic initiatives aimed at promoting inclusivity and addressing disparities in healthcare access.
Previous Experience at Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts
Celaya has extensive experience with Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts, where they held multiple roles. From 2013 to 2016, Celaya worked as a Senior Patient Engagement Specialist and Access Coordinator. They later served as a Patient Services Manager from 2018 to 2020, overseeing patient care and services. Additionally, Celaya was a Counseling and Referral Supervisor from 2016 to 2018, contributing to patient support and resource management.
Experience at National Abortion Federation
From 2020 to 2021, Celaya worked as the Manager of Patient Experience at the National Abortion Federation. In this role, they focused on enhancing the overall experience for patients seeking reproductive health services. This position involved implementing strategies to improve patient navigation and support.
Education and Academic Background
Ari Celaya earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Skidmore College, where they studied from 2008 to 2012. This academic background provides a foundation for their work in patient services and equity initiatives, equipping them with an understanding of psychological principles relevant to healthcare.
Consulting Role at Ibis Reproductive Health
Since 2017, Celaya has also served as a Research Consultant at Ibis Reproductive Health. In this capacity, they contribute to research initiatives focused on reproductive health issues, further enhancing their expertise in the field and supporting evidence-based practices.