MEET THE TEAM
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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR (She/Her)
Astrological sign: Taurus
Started at PRY: 2012
Michelle works at Family Health Centers at NYU Langone as the Associate Director of Adolescent Services at Project Reach Youth and a Psychotherapist in the Department of Behavioral Health. She received a Master of Social Work from The Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College and a Master of Public Health from The CUNY School of Public Health. Michelle has over a decade of experience working in community health education in New York City. She loves her job at PRY because it combines her passions for health education, mental health, and working with young people.
Contact Michelle at michelle.nees@nyulangone.org
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PROGRAM MANAGER (She/Her)
Astrological sign: Virgo
Started at PRY: 2010
I love working with young people because they are unapologetically authentic. When I was in High School, I wore pink every day for 4 years.
Contact Leonor at leonor.perea@nyulangone.com
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SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR (She/Her)
Astrological sign: Virgo
Started at PRY: 2006/2015
Lauren loves connecting with young people and helping them feel seen, even when other adults might overlook them. She is passionate about all things pineapple and enjoys its unique charm and flavor.
Contact Lauren at: lauren.jones2@nyulangone.com
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HEALTH EDUCATOR (He/Him)
Astrological Sign: Libra
Started at PRY: 2018
I like working in this field because I can be the guide that supports young people as they navigate the unknown map of life.
I like Japanese Anime, Old-School Movies, and spicy chicken wings
Contact Panama at: panama.chavis@nyulangone.org
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SRAE PROGRAM COORDINATOR (She/Her)
Astrological Sign: Cancer
Started working at PRY: 2021
I love providing young people with the knowledge and tools to make informed choices with their bodies that they truly want to do!
When in college, I studied abroad in Ireland for a semester!
Contact Emily at Emily.Tavarez@nyulangone.org
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STATE SRAE GRANT COORDINATOR (She/They)
Astrological sign: Aquaris
Started at PRY: 2019
I love working with young people because they inspire me everyday, to imagine a world that is worthy of their and our futures. Outside of PRY, I am a farmer and plant lover!
Contact Meena at meena.ardebili@nyulangone.org
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SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR (She/Her)
Astrological sign: Taurus
Started at PRY: 2020
I love being able to grow a relationship with the students while being a resource for them.
I learned how to ride a bike around the age of 15.
Contact Kaitsee at Kaitsee.marquez-sanchez@nyulangone.org
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HEALTH EDUCATOR (She/Her)
Astrological sign: Cancer
Started at PRY: 2022
I love sex ed because it gives young people the tools necessary to understand their bodies, advocate for themselves, and make informed decisions about their health.
Every year on Halloween, I dress up as a different horror movie character!
Contact Madeleine at Madeleine.Pardy@nyulangone.org
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SRAE HEALTH EDUCATOR & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER (She/Her)
Astrological sign: Libra
Started at PRY: 2022
I love working with young people because I always wished I had someone like myself growing up. While I never had that experience, I now have the opportunity to be that person for others in my community, and it feels incredibly fulfilling.
I love to immerse myself in other cultures by traveling to as many countries as possible.
Contact Sania at sania.imran@nyulangone.org
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CAPP COORDINATOR (She/They)
Astrological sign: Capricorn
Started at PRY: 2022
I think that art has the power to change the world, and young people should be leading that change, building the world they want to step into.
I have four pets - three cats and a dog!
Contact Mae at megan.raab@nyulangone.org
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HEALTH EDUCATOR (She/Her)
Astrological sign: Pisces
Started at PRY: 2020
I love that we have the ability to teach young people but at the same time learn from them as well.
Contact Tatiana at Tatiana.rosas@nyulangone.org
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SENIOR ASSISTANT
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SENIOR ASSISTANT
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SENIOR ASSISTANT
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HEALTH EDUCATOR (He/Him)
Astrological sign: Libra
Started at PRY: 2023
I love working with young people because I feel like I can learn just as much from them as they can hopefully learn from me. It is also very fulfilling to give young people information and resources to allow them to make the best decisions possible. Outside of PRY, I do stand-up comedy. I am also 6’4” with a 6’7” wingspan and am tasked with reaching all the high-up things at the PRY office.
Contact Gabriel at gabriel.corserfigueroa@nyulangone.org
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SENIOR ASSISTANT
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HEALTH EDUCATOR (He/Him)
Astrological sign: Scorpio
Started at PRY: 2023
I am a Brooklyn Native and is passionate about communal healing and social equity. I’ve worked in community based environments since graduating from NYU in 2020 and I’m hyped to be doing that work through sex education at PRYSAFE. I love music, love movies, and love meeting new people.
Contact Mishael at Mishael.ramirez@nyulangone.org
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ACTIVISM PROJECT FACILITATOR (She/They)
Astrological sign: Gemini
Started at PRY: 2017
I LOVE supporting teens to dream and take action and continue becoming the incredible people they already are. I LOVE learning from and with them.
Fun facts about me: I’ve been a youth educator for over 20 years. I LOVE colors and try to wear as many as possible, but also I don't usually look at my full outfit before I get to work.
Contact Una at Una.Osato@nyulangone.org
