I am Nyela Jackson Davis, a rising senior at Spelman College, majoring in Sociology with a minor in Public Health. My journey is driven by 1 passion: promoting healing and wellness in marginalized communities by addressing health equity. My past and current experiences have shown me that small, genuine efforts can create significant impacts. Through my leadership as a Community Service Chair organizing food distributions and youth mentorship, I have learned firsthand that large-scale equity is not possible without small-scale community building and grassroots organization. It is crucial to ground our work in these everyday, real human perspectives to develop truly inclusive and effective solutions. At Spelman, I bridge quantitative research with community advocacy. As a Research Assistant analyzing birth outcomes, I code health data and utilize both quantitative and qualitative methods to capture the nuances of individual human experiences. Engaging with legislators at the Georgia State Capitol regarding healthcare access has clarified the political process for me, highlighting how policy decisions and votes directly impact the daily health outcomes of our neighborhoods. My ultimate career goal is to dedicate myself to public health program evaluation and implementation, designing solutions that turn data into tangible and structural healing. I believe in stepping outside of my comfort zone and trusting that passion and determination will take you exactly where you want to go. Thank you for viewing my profile and supporting my journey!

• Student Intern- Supported clinical operations across multiple departments by organizing patient records, assisting with patient care, and shadowing medical professionals, improving clinical efficiency.

  Hospital & Health Care · University of Maryland Medical Center

  Jan 2021 – Jan 2022

• Research Assistant- Organize historical documents, assist with the requests of researchers with locating materials. Manage social media platforms to share artifacts with peers on campus, increasing student awareness of Spelman’s rich history.

  Research · Spelmans Archive Office

  Jan 2024 – Present

• Advocacy
• Volunteering
• Philanthropy

• Assistant

  Spelman College · Public Health

  2026 – Present

  Research topic:

  Black Womens' Birthing Outcomes

• Volunteer

  Advocacy · Health Advocacy Initiative

  2026 – 2026

  Mission:

  Educated students on the legislative process by leading workshops and increasing political literacy ● Coordinated advocacy efforts including travel to the state capital, where I engaged with dozens of lawmakers to discuss policy priorities and gain insight into voting plans ● Built and maintained relationships with policymakers and offices, strengthening the college’s network and visibility in legislative spaces

• Community Service Chair

  Volunteering · Spelman College Baltimore Club

  2025 – 2026

  Mission:

  Build community with peers from my hometown by finding, organizing, and managing group community service opportunities, giving back to our home away from home. Service opportunities include food banks, forest restoration, community garden restoration, and mentorship.

• Volunteer

  Volunteering · Open Hand Atlanta

  2023 – 2024

  Mission:

  Packing fresh produce and preparing cooked meals to distribute to disable and chronically ill community members.

• Participate in Changing the Game, a weekly meeting for teens who have lost a loved one to connect and share their stories. Document through photography and assist with Camp Erin, a day camp for children ages 7-12 who have lost a loved one.

  Volunteering · Roberta's House Grief Support Center

  2020 – 2024

  Mission:

  Provide a safe space for young people to share their grief stories and build a support group to grow through their grief together.

• Fostered academic growth and confidence among elementary school students by providing one-on-one mentorship, helping them improve their academic skills and develop a strong sense of self by creating a supportive learning environment

  Volunteering · Sisters Keeping it Real Through Service (SKIRTS)

  2024 – Present

• Documenting through photography, giving supplies and food to community members, and participation in collaborative to grow the churchs inner community, and relationship with surrounding community.

  Volunteering · John Wesley United Methodist Church

  2021 – 2023

  Mission:

  Community Outreach