Building A World Where Everyone Understands Health
HealthInMind is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that partners with schools, libraries, and civic organizations to democratize health knowledge through design, education, and community.
Our Mission
We believe that when people understand their health, communities thrive.
Our Goals
✦ Make health information clear, visual, and accessible.
✦ Empower youth to lead solutions in their communities.
✦ Strengthen the safety net for underserved populations.
✦ Build a nationwide network of informed, healthy communities.
Our Advisory Board
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Dr. Teresa Wagner
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Dr. Teresa Wagner is a public health researcher and health literacy expert whose work focuses on breaking down barriers to health information and empowering people to make informed decisions about their health. She is passionate about partnering with youth to create clear, inclusive, and equitable approaches that improve health outcomes and strengthen communities.
Mrs. Jessica Ikard-Banks, MPH
Jessica Ikard-Banks is a public health leader with an MPH from A.T. Still University and a career-long focus on advancing health equity through both patient-facing and organizational health literacy initiatives across the District. She currently directs programs and health center support for a DC-based nonprofit serving Federally Qualified Health Centers and is passionate about building the systems and skills that help both patients and organizations navigate the health ecosystem more effectively.
Meet the Team!
Hi! I’m Arok. I am a student who got tired of seeing people look utterly lost at the doctor's office. Why is understanding our own bodies so incredibly difficult? Today, nearly 90% of adults struggle to understand complex medical information. Dense language, cryptic lab results, and tangled insurance policies force everyday people to make terrifying health choices using information they can barely read. I refuse to accept a world where people are paralyzed by a diagnosis or too intimidated to ask questions. That is why I started HealthInMind. Through open-source visual guides, community workshops, and digital tools, we help you feel fiercely empowered rather than entirely overwhelmed by your care. Clear health information is not a luxury for the few—it is a fundamental human right.
Arok K.
Founder & CEO
Hi, my name is Sahasra. Science fascinates me by explaining the world, but using it to help people matters most. Medicine isn't just about discovering treatments; it's about ensuring people can understand and access health information. Unfortunately, complex terminology and unfamiliar procedures leave individuals feeling confused and disconnected from their care. How can people make informed decisions if health resources feel impossible to understand? Science shouldn't hide behind complicated language; it must empower people. That's why I'm co-founding HealthInMind to make healthcare information clearer, more accessible, and easier to navigate. Understanding health should never be a privilege, but an opportunity everyone can achieve.
Sahasra V.
Co-Founder & COO
Andrea O.
Director of Health Education
Hi! I’m Andrea Oppong-Bawuah. I’m a rising senior and am so excited to join HealthInMind as the Director of Health Education. I joined this organization because of my passions for public health and health literacy, and I can’t wait to help reach our goal of making health education accessible and engaging for all. Outside of this, I love volleyball, reading, watching movies, listening to music, and researching anything that might spark my curiosity.
Skyler O.
Director of Community Impact
Hello, my name is Skyler Oh, and I am thrilled to serve as a Founding Board Member and the Director of Community Impact for HealthInMind. Outside of my work with the organization, I’m deeply interested in environmental science, STEM research, and healthcare. When I'm not studying, you can usually find me hanging out with friends, playing sports, or solving a Rubik's Cube. As Director of Community Impact, I’m excited to build meaningful local partnerships, drive outreach programs, and ensure our work creates tangible, positive change for the communities we serve. Feel free to message me about anything!