Sarah De Guia
About Sarah De Guia
Sarah De Guia serves as the Chief Executive Officer of ChangeLab Solutions, where she focuses on advancing equitable laws and policies for public health. She has held various leadership roles in health organizations and has a strong academic background in Ethnic Studies and Law.
Current Role at ChangeLab Solutions
Sarah De Guia serves as the Chief Executive Officer at ChangeLab Solutions, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of the organization's long-term goals, priorities, strategies, and budget. Her leadership focuses on advancing equitable laws and policies that promote healthy lives for all. ChangeLab Solutions works on various initiatives aimed at improving public health through policy change and community engagement.
Previous Experience at California Pan-Ethnic Health Network
Prior to her current role, Sarah De Guia worked at the California Pan-Ethnic Health Network. She served as the Executive Director from 2014 to 2019, where she led efforts to improve health equity across diverse communities. Additionally, she held the position of Director of Government Affairs from 2011 to 2014, focusing on policy advocacy and legislative initiatives that impact public health.
Leadership in Health Equity Advisory Committee
From 2018 to 2021, Sarah De Guia was the Chair of the Office of Health Equity Advisory Committee at the California Department of Public Health. In this capacity, she contributed to discussions and strategies aimed at addressing health disparities and promoting equity in health outcomes across the state.
Educational Background
Sarah De Guia studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Ethnic Studies. She furthered her education at Santa Clara University School of Law, obtaining her Doctor of Law (JD). Her academic background supports her commitment to advancing equitable policies and legal frameworks in public health.
Early Career at Latino Issues Forum
Sarah De Guia began her career as a Senior Program Manager for the Health Program at the Latino Issues Forum from 2005 to 2008. In this role, she worked on initiatives that addressed health concerns within Latino communities in the San Francisco Bay Area, contributing to her expertise in health equity and community health advocacy.