Dr. Leeja Carter is the CEO and founder of the Coalition for Food and Health Equity, a Fulbright Scholar, feminist changemaker, and expert on inclusive and equity-focused practice in sport, health and wellness.

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Her applied research centers the health needs of Black women and communities of color. Dr. Carter's work has been featured on CNN's Connect the World, Black News Channel, Salon.com, Self Magazine, Livestrong, Bustle, Women & Health, Pride Magazine, Beauty INC, and Psychology Today.