Authors About the
Kellie Todd Griffin Kellie Todd Griffin is the President & CEO of the California Black Women’s Collective Empowerment Institute and the Founder of the California Black Women’s Think Tank at CSU Dominguez Hills—the first policy think tank in the nation exclusively focused on Black women and girls. A seasoned executive with three decades of results driven experience in Executive Leadership, Board Relations, Fundraising, Strategy, Growth and External Affairs, Griffin has led transformative initiatives across the nonprofit, academic, and corporate sectors. Under her leadership, the Institute has become a trusted source for data- driven research, policy advocacy, and leadership development, equipping Black women and girls to thrive socially, politically, and economically. Widely recognized as a thought leader and convener, Griffin’s work sits at the intersection of research, policy, and practice to advance equity and systemic change for Black communities across California. Dr. Astrid Williams Dr. Astrid Williams is a leading public health expert, researcher, and advocate committed to addressing health disparities and advancing racial and gender equity. She serves as the Research Director of the California Black Women’s Collective Empowerment Institute, where she oversees the development of pioneering studies that capture the lived experiences of Black women and girls and translate them into actionable policy and practice solutions. With extensive experience in both academic research and community-based interventions, Dr. Williams brings a critical lens to issues such as maternal health, mental wellness, and systemic inequities. She has published and presented widely on topics of health equity and social determinants of health, and her scholarship continues to shape policy conversations in California and beyond. Together, Griffin and Williams combine visionary leadership and rigorous research expertise to ensure that the voices, experiences, and priorities of Black women remain central to building a more equitable future.
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