In addition to overseeing the fulfilling work of HALO for Families, our founder also leads a vibrant life in the areas of Civic Engagement, Community Engagement, and Social Engagement; some experiences do overlap with HALO for Families functions.

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Civic

Charter Member of Clay County (Florida) Alumnae Chapter

On April 26, 2024, history was made! Thirty-six distinguished women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. chartered a new chapter in Clay County, FL! We will now provide needed services to our community. Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey is a charter member of Clay County (Florida) Alumnae Chapter. Thank you, RD Amaris Johnson, for approving our application and empowering [...]

Let’s Talk About It, Rheumatic Diseases in the African American Community, A Fireside Chat

Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey moderated an engaging and informative discussion entitled "Let's Talk About It, Rheumatic Diseases in the African American Community, A Fireside Chat." ! We heard from two patients, Greta and Kishinna, who are effectively managing their lupus and RA conditions, respectively; and Dr. Hackshaw, rheumatology specialist and prolific researcher, shared important information [...]

Disparities in Vaccinations PSA

In collaboration with the African American Wellness Project, HALO for Families secured a programmatic grant from Merck & Co. to focus on the importance African American remaining up to date on pediatric vaccines. The following PSA was developed by Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey, and project manager, Solomon Durojaiye. *PSA creation supported in part by an [...]

Community

Take Stock In Children

On April 3, 2025, Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey was elected as an Advisory Board Member to the Take Stock In Children, Clay County Board.  Take Stock in Children is managed by First Coast YMCA in Clay County Schools and provides scholarships, mentors, and hope to deserving low-income students.  Fleming Island, FL, 2025

Soul Food Festival, Inc. Women’s In History Celebration

On Saturday, March 8, 2025, Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey was acknowledged alongside 31 other dynamic women, by the Soul Food Festival, Inc., Women’s In History Celebration, for her remarkable achievements and contributions to her community, professional field of public health, and beyond. Green Cove Springs, FL.

Clay County School Board Meeting

Sorors Vathrice Hartwell and Chanda Nicole Holsey attended the regularly scheduled Clay County School Board meeting Thursday, March 6th, at Fleming Island High School. Soror Holsey, a parent of two Clay County students, asked about the consistent issues with bus driver shortages and late pickups. In his comments section, David Broskie, Superintendent of Clay County [...]

Social Media

Author Spotlight

Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey was honored to be featured in her newly chartered chapter's (Clay County (FL) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.) inaugural Arts and Letters Cultural Conversations newsletter. {{ vc_btn: title=CLICK+HERE%3A+View+Inaugural+Arts+and+Letters+Cultural+Conversation+Newsletter&css=&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.linkedin.com%252Ffeed%252Fupdate%252Furn%253Ali%253Aactivity%253A7251538328494223360%252F%7Ctarget%3A_blank }}

Walking with Wisdom: Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey on Pediatric Asthma, Public Health, and Community Impact

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A Personal Head Start Story: Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey

Head Start provided a foundation for me to reach higher heights and deeper depths. I am Dr. Chanda Nicole Holsey and before I attended any other educational institutions, I was a Head Start kid. I hail from Los Angeles, California; however, I resided in the Atlanta area for 15 years after I completed college. I [...]