Vanessa L. Hill

Founder & Executive Director | vhill@projectnana.org
I have been fortunate to develop and manage health interventions, equity and advocacy programs within large healthcare systems and community organizations. My direct patient care, clinical and management experiences have provided me with a comprehensive understanding of healthcare delivery systems, patient engagement, and advocacy to support quality, innovative, value-based platforms.
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My creative skills and process have served me well in developing, planning and implementing impactful programs and projects. Project Nana was birthed from experiencing my grandmother succumb two weeks after diagnosis of cancer of the uterus. Its mission is to educate, engage and positively affect health behaviors, health outcomes and the quality of life of post-menopausal women. As a seasoned women’s health equity advocate, I conduct research, make presentations, and consult on the intersection of aging, gender, health and culture and program development. As a filmmaker and creative, I developed The Nanalogues and Conversations from the Porch to amplify the voices of seasoned women. As a more immediate form of catharsis in response to my grief, I published my first children’s book, Nadia’s Wish (Shades of Brown Creatives, Balboa Press, an imprint of Hay House) which helps children process loss from pain to empowerment. I am a native conch from Key West and a healer.

Kelsey Callahan

Brand Manager | kcallahan@novcreations.com
My name is Kelsey Callahan and I am the Co-Owner/Graphic Designer of Nov Creations, LLC. I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design with a minor in Web Design as well as a Masters in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management. I'm excited to work with Project Nana and help develop a strong brand presence as well as effective communication strategies that will increase engagement with the organization and the seasoned women community.​

Ealena Callender

Communications Fellow | ealena@gwmail.gwu.edu
Dr. Ealena Callender is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist. In practice for 14 years, Dr. Callender is passionate about helping women reach their full potential in every stage of their lives. Her goal is to empower women and encourage them to be partners in their care. Dr. Callender takes a broad view of women’s health, realizing that there are many factors that can contribute to overall wellness. Prior to her medical career, Dr. Callender was a journalist and continues to use media to help raise awareness of important women’s health issues. Currently a candidate for a Master’s Degree at George Washington University’s Milken Institute School of Public Health, she hopes to continue making an impact on improving women’s health on a national and international scale.

Mallory Fries

Social Media Fellow | malloryfries@gwmail.gwu.edu
My name is Mallory and I am a sophomore studying Public Health at George Washington University. I run the social media accounts for Project Nana by creating images, posting about our goals and interacting with followers. Looking back on 2020 the best part of Project Nana was learning about seasoned women’s gynecologic health. There are so many components that Project Nana deals with from sexual health to educating on preventative measures that I had never considered before. Not only do I share this information online, but as one of the younger people in my family I can directly inform them of everything I’ve learned. I'm most excited to bring an intergenerational lens to Project Nana and show that it's not just for post-menopausal women but that young girls can have important takeaways as well!

Shana Melanaphy

Consultant |  smelanaphy@gwmail.gwu.edu
​My name is Shana Melanaphy and I am an MPH graduate candidate with The George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health. I'm excited to be a part of Project Nana and to have the chance to perform research on behalf of a nonprofit dedicated to advancing the quality of life of senior women. I've enjoyed the extensive collaboration with my peers as we are all striving towards the same goal, and I look forward to the opportunities to see Project Nana grow and develop.

Bolutife Omoloju

 Recruitment Fellow | boluloju9@gwmail.gwu.edu
My name is Bolutife Omoloju, I am currently an MPH candidate at the GWU Milken School of Public Health concentrating on Global health program design monitoring and evaluation. I joined Project Nana in July 2020 as an outreach and recruitment fellow and it has been an enlightening experience so far. My primary responsibilities include recruiting presenters and participants for Project Nana programs as well as participants for the research study. Prior to joining Project Nana, I worked with a gynecologic oncologist and was learning about the different gynecologic cancers and their treatments. I am grateful that in 2020, Project Nana has awarded me the ability to learn more about gynecologic cancers through the lens of public health. In 2021, I look forward to learning more about global health at GWU as I continue in my education as well as the different programs that we have planned for Project Nana.

Morgan Payne

Consultant | mpayne19@gwmail.gwu.edu
​The year 2020 has been memorable for many reasons, but a particularly notable time for me was coming aboard Project Nana as the Program Fellow. Throughout this experience, I have been able to grow skills in coordinating health promotion events, which now are mainly virtual events, public health entrepreneurship, and women's health advocacy as a whole. I have realized that women's health is much more than the brief reproductive window. I am excited to continue to evolve as a public health professional, student, and woman in 2021.

Callie Martin

Program Fellow | cmartin14@gwmail.gwu.edu
Hello! I am Callie, a current masters student at George Washington University. I have a degree in Biology and currently pursuing a degree in Public Health. My background is in biology and genetic testing, with several sequencing projects complete. My passions include maternal, child and reproductive health. I am excited to be working on Project Nana. This organization will allow me to expand my knowledge on women's health and learn more about health risks often seen in "seasoned" women. I am looking forward to bringing more awareness to screening recommendations for seasoned women as well as address the racial disparities often present that affect African Americans.​

Samatha Wofford

Promotions Fellow | swofford@gwmail.gwu.edu​
Samantha Wofford is a second-year graduate student at the George Washington University Milken Institute of Public Health. She attended the University of Southern California for her undergraduate education and holds a B.S. in Human Biology with a minor in Health Care Studies. Ms. Wofford has held several positions in the medical field to include her work as a technician and coordinator in the digital pathology department for an immunohistochemistry laboratory and as a medical office assistant for an Ophthalmology Office. Currently, Ms. Wofford works in web content management for a growing company revolutionizing education by developing unique curriculum and content. Ms. Wofford’s future aspirations are pursuing a career in public health and coordinating health programs. When she is not studying or working, she enjoys spending time outdoors and at the beach with her two dogs.

Derek White

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