Ericka L. Abrams

About Ericka L. Abrams

At the helm of Prairie View A&M University - Extension’s Wellness in Houston, our team\'s…

Experience

1. Project Manager Ii

   Prairie View A&m University

   Jan 2024 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   I am the Wellness in Houston Project Manager where I facilitate the delivery of a evidence-based curricula in concert with an illustrious team of professionals who are passionate about- Expanding the awareness of nutritional and health services available to families- Improving healthy self-care practices through screenings, assessments, and referrals- Providing workshops and educational opportunities focused on parenting and family support; andImproving access to healthy foods.We leverage many key institutional, corporate, academic, medical and community partnerships to fullfill the programmatic mission. We work in collaboration with the Office of the Mayor of Houston to prioritize the target communities where we seek to reach school-age youth and adults across the lifespan.Due to increased financial support from the Texas State Legislature, we are committed to expanding our reach to 6 neighboring counties in Greater Houston inclusive of; Harris, Brazoria, Waller, Galveston, Montgomery and Fort Bend.

Education

• Case Western Reserve University

  MPH, Public Health

  2005 — 2009

• Clark Atlanta University

  BS, Community Health Education

  1994 — 2000

Skills

• Teaching
• Health Education
• Public Speaking
• Program Development
• Team Building
• Management
• Event Planning
• Clinical Research
• Grants
• Research Technology
• Healthcare
• Training
• Spss
• Customer Service
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Office
• Certified Lactation Counselor
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Social Media
• Research
• Arcgis
• Strategic Planning
• Institutional Review Board (Irb) Submission
• Nonprofits
• Coaching
• Program Management
• Community Outreach
• Public Health
• Non-Profit Administration