J.B. Grant International Health Society Tatiana Carett, PT, MA MPH/MBA Candidate 2010 Candidate for the Position of President

Background Born in NYC Raised in Caracas, Venezuela

Education Educated in NYC Public Schools Pledged the Ephebic Oath: “I shall not leave my city any less but rather greater than I found it” Attended “A Private University in the Public Service” receiving a BS and MA in Physical Therapy

Professional Background Practiced Physical Therapy since 1999 Practice settings include public school systems, clinics, acute care hospital, acute inpatient rehabilitation, home care Practice specialties include acute inpatient med-surg units, orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, pediatrics, burn rehabilitation, inpatient rehabilitation

Initiatives to Impact Education and Health Committee Member of the NYU Recent Alumni Network since 1999 Served within Various Roles for New York Physical Therapy Association since 2002

Personal Mission: Efficient health service delivery everywhere Improve quality of care everywhere

Mission and Purpose of J.B. Grant International Health Society “…serves as an academic, professional and social vehicle to stimulate discussion and provide tangible experiences regarding global health issues” “Sponsors speakers and public events; organizes education and career trips; promotes student networking with alumni, faculty, and various international organizations; and holds monthly lunchtime meetings”.

Vision and Goals Growth  Become more than a student-led organization Extend reach Build relationships with international organizations: UN, WHO, UNICEF, Pan American Health Organization, World Bank, Oxfam, UNDP, USAID, World Food Programme, International Red Cross, Medicins Sans Frontiers, Project Hope Impact  Increase visibility Lead by example Focus on results now Connect with other Schools: SAIS – Global Health and Foreign Policy Initiative Collectively formulate tangible goals to achieve by May 2010: Travel to not just UN, but also WHO Field Trip(s) Based on where we could provide most impact Sustainability Leave a legacy for the MPH Class of 2011 by building a stronger framework Employment within International Organizations in order to continue our mission Become contacts for future MPH students Give back through Alumni Initiatives (Mentorship, Sponsorships, Fundraising)

Strategies to Achieve Results Dynamic, Collaborative Leadership Style Open Communication/Acce ssibility Culture of Ownership - MPH Students as Ambassadors Organization and Planning Execution of Plan

Lasting Message By: Diallo Sumbry

Thank you for the opportunity to serve!