Staff Bio
Stefania Acosta Ramirez, Masters in Humanistic Studies from Eafit University - Colombia
Bachelor's Degree in Communications from University of Antioquia - Colombia
Consumer Health Information Coordinator, Region 6
Stefania Acosta Ramirez is the Consumer Health Information Coordinator for Region 6 at the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM), based at the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences at the University of Iowa. She is dedicated to communications research, health promotion, and environmental education. Her experience has strengthened community and interdisciplinary networks that promote social change, diversity, environmental health, and environmental protection. She believes that significant transformations are only possible through committed participation and the exchange of knowledge. Prior to this position, she served as an Engagement Specialist at the NAPC - National All of Us Program Center, focusing on research literacy, digital health literacy, and providing multilingual health information, especially in Spanish.
Classes I Teach
| Event Title | Summary |
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| Scalability of Community-Based Participatory Research: Older Adults and Technology | Building on the success and learnings of the STEHL Smart Tablet Education for Healthy Living (STEHL) Program was awarded funding by the Region 6 Illinois State Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG), one of seven Action Plans created by Region 6 SAGs. This webinar explores how community-based participatory research (CBPR) can be scaled to reach broader populations of older adults through technology. As digital literacy becomes increasingly vital for health and well-being, especially among seniors in retirement communities, this session will examine strategies for expanding digital education initiatives while maintaining the integrity and impact of community engagement. |
