Siiri Kolohe Keola, Mph, Cph
About Siiri Kolohe Keola, Mph, Cph
Siiri Kolohe Keola is a Research and Policy Associate at Primary.Health, with over five years of experience in public health and community engagement roles. She has a strong background in strategic communication and systems thinking, having worked with various organizations in the Portland, Oregon area.
Work at Primary Health
Siiri Kolohe Keola currently serves as a Research and Policy Associate at Primary.Health, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on research initiatives and policy development, leveraging her background in public health to inform organizational strategies. Her work involves utilizing strategic communication tactics to engage various stakeholders effectively.
Previous Experience in Public Health
Before her current role, Siiri Kolohe Keola accumulated diverse experience in public health. She worked at the Oregon Health Authority as the OHP Member Communications and Engagement Coordinator from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she held positions at Portland State University, including Community Health Interviewer and Oregon Summer Fellow, and interned at Boost Oregon and Multnomah County Health Department.
Education and Expertise
Siiri Kolohe Keola earned her Bachelor of Science in Community Health Education from the OHSU-PSU School of Public Health, completing her studies from 2016 to 2019. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Public Health Practice from the same institution between 2019 and 2021. Her academic background supports her expertise in equity, disability, and justice principles.
Background in Community Engagement
Siiri Kolohe Keola has a strong foundation in community engagement, having worked with various organizations focused on public health. Her roles included serving as a Communications Contractor for UTOPIA PDX and as a Data and Communications Intern at the Coalition of Community Health Clinics. These experiences have contributed to her skills in cultural competence and strategic communication.
Skills and Professional Development
With over five years of experience, Siiri Kolohe Keola is recognized for her ability to analyze workplace cultures and implement process improvements. She is familiar with high-stakes environments and adept at pivoting quickly when necessary. Her approach is grounded in principles of equity and justice, reflecting her commitment to improving organizational work quality.