Nicole E. Fernandez is the Maternal and Infant Health Project Manager and Community Liaison for Wayside Recovery Center in St. Paul, MN. With extensive experience in project development, she has created and led the Public Health Maternal Infant Health Education Series at Wayside. Nicole has developed a national series aimed at improving outcomes and reducing disparities for BIPOC moms and birthing people, while fostering community partnerships. Her credentials include an MC, LIM, and CHW, showcasing her expertise and dedication to reducing disparities in health care.