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Yawei Song, MSW, MPH, LSW
She / Her / Hers / Herself
Adjunct Faculty, Jefferson College of Population Health
Outreach Program Manager, Office of Community Outreach & Engagement, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center
She / Her / Hers / Herself
Adjunct Faculty, Jefferson College of Population Health
Outreach Program Manager, Office of Community Outreach & Engagement, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center
Specialization
Community Based Research
Social Determinants of Health
Immigrant & Refugee Health & Wellness
Education
MPH, Jefferson College of Population Health
MSW, University of Pennsylvania
MMed, Hebei Medical University, China
Publications
- Community perspectives on cancer and cancer research: findings from listening sessions with diverse groups in Philadelphia
- Sociodemographic Correlates of Cancer-Related Beliefs Among Chinese Speaking Adults in Greater Philadelphia
- Developing a city-wide, community-engaged cancer disparities research agenda
- The Impact of a Community Partner Research Training Program
- Community Outreach and Engagement at U.S. Cancer Centers: Notes from the Third Cancer Center Community Impact Forum
Teaching
Cultural Humility & Competence
Certifications
Licensed Social Worker
Biography
Ms. Song has over 10 years of experience working with the community to promote health and wellness. Ms. Song graduated from Hebei Medical University with a Master of Medicine in China and received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and Master of Public Health from Jefferson College of Population Health. As the Program Manager of Community Outreach and Engagement, she is essential in growing community relationships for the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, monitoring the catchment area, and developing outreach initiatives in response to communities’ needs. She is passionate about addressing socioeconomic health disparities and improving access to healthcare, especially for underserved and immigrant communities.