Rasheeta Chandler, PhD, ARNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN (She/Her)

Principal Investigator, Savvy HER project

Assistant Professor, Nell Hodgson School of Nursing at Emory University

Years as an ANAC member: 10

Local ANAC Chapter: Metro Atlanta

ANAC Committees: Rural health and research

We asked Rasheeta: What does National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day mean to you?

"A recognition of greatness, pioneers and change agents. My mother, my aunts, my cousins, my community, my mentors, my influences."

The Savvy Her project

Savvy HER is committed to creating a health resource that is both accessible and deeply integrated into the cultural and social fabric of its target audience. The app provides comprehensive education on HIV prevention, sexual health and reproductive issues. It also facilitates connections to essential healthcare providers and community resources, addressing the unique needs of Black women in the South.

The development of Savvy HER was driven by a clear focus on the needs and preferences of Black women, ensuring the app serves not just as a technological tool, but as a supportive partner in their health journey.

Learn more about Dr. Chandler's work and Savvy HER.