Diana Santana
About Diana Santana
Diana Santana serves as the Regional Director at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, where she has worked since 2019. With a strong background in anthropology and extensive experience in sexual and reproductive health, she has developed innovative strategies to address health challenges in diverse environments.
Work at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Diana Santana has served as the Regional Director at Planned Parenthood Federation of America since 2019, overseeing operations in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area. In this role, she has developed innovative strategies to address sexual and reproductive health challenges. Prior to her current position, she held various roles within the organization, including Associate Regional Director from 2010 to 2019, Senior Program Officer from 2009 to 2010, and Program Officer from 2006 to 2009. Her extensive experience at Planned Parenthood highlights her commitment to advancing health services in diverse environments.
Education and Expertise
Diana Santana earned her Master of Arts in Anthropology from Columbia University in the City of New York, completing her studies from 1997 to 1999. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Anthropology from Florida International University, where she studied from 1989 to 1997. Additionally, she has been pursuing a Certificate in Health and Human Rights at the FXB Center for Health and Human Rights at Harvard University since 2012. Her educational background supports her expertise in leading teams to create effective health service solutions globally.
Professional Background
Before joining Planned Parenthood, Diana Santana worked at ORC Macro International, where she served as a Program Evaluator from 2003 to 2004 and as a Research Analyst in 2004. Her roles at ORC Macro involved analyzing data and evaluating programs, contributing to her skills in research and program development. This experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent work in the nonprofit sector, focusing on sexual and reproductive health.
Achievements in Health Services
Throughout her career, Diana Santana has demonstrated a strong ability to create and implement strategies that address future challenges in sexual and reproductive health. Her work has involved leading teams to develop creative solutions for delivering health services in complex environments. This focus on business development within the nonprofit sector, combined with her anthropology background, has enabled her to effectively navigate the intricacies of health service delivery.