A Reminder of how Personal Stories Illuminate the Bigger Picture of Global Health

Jennifer Erie's story is a powerful journey through identity, service, and impact. Drawing on her Haitian cultural roots, She speaks candidly about the challenges of navigating identity while serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in South Africa. She later worked with USAID’s PEPFAR program, contributing to the remarkable progress in reducing AIDS across Africa. The interview also includes her thoughtful response to “Dubious Aunt Deb,” in which she explains how a relatively small investment in overseas development positively impacts the US economy and enhances goodwill abroad.