2025 HABA Interns

Meet Our Interns

Aniyah Yisrael

Role: Reproductive Justice Intern

Organization: Black Women's Health Imperative

Workmate: Kaylee Harper

School: Morehouse School of Medicine

"No one rises alone—collective success means uplifting each other through collaboration, accountability, and shared vision."

Aniyah Yisrael completed her Master of Public Health degree at Morehouse School of Medicine and is originally from Prince George’s County, Maryland. She alumna of Spelman College, where she earned her B.S. in Psychology. Her passion for public health is deeply rooted in her commitment to improving health within her own community and advocating for underserved populations.
Aniyah has worked with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as a Global Health and HIV Fellow, where she gained valuable experience addressing disparities on a global scale. She is the co-founder of Black Girls for Black Lives to Happiness Ambassador, and an active community advocate through efforts like Warm Hands Warm Hearts and the NAACP Health Committee. Aniyah brings a thoughtful, community-centered perspective to public health, grounded in urgency and compassion for those most often left behind. She plans to continue this through public health policy—advocating for structural change and using policy as a tool to build healthier, more equitable communities.

Hunter Murphy

Role: Government Relations Intern

Organization: EdTrust

Workmate: Misale Endrias

School: Howard University

"The people I admire taught me that when you serve others, you serve yourself."

Hunter Murphy is from Charlotte, North Carolina. He completed his undergraduate studies at Howard University, majoring in political science and minoring in legal communications. He chose to study political science because his high
school advanced placement (AP) United States government and politics teacher was one of the first teachers who believed in his writing ability. During his time at Howard University, he interned for Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (D-NC), where he wrote cosponsor requests, dear friend letters, and policy briefs. He was also able to go on Howard University’s Alternative Spring Break, where he
went to Charleston, West Virginia, and Memphis, Tennessee, with the aim of youth development and hunger prevention.

Kaylee Harper

Role: Reproductive Health Intern

Organization: Black Women's Health Imperative

Workmate: Aniyah Yisrael

School: North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

"Learning from people with different viewpoints has expanded my perspective and deepened my empathy to help me grow into a more thoughtful and effective communicator and leader."

Kaylee Harper, a proud North Carolina A&T State University alumna from Raleigh, North Carolina, earned her Bachelor of Arts in psychology with a minor in entrepreneurship. During her time at NC A&T, she completed competitive research internships in neuropsychology and organizational behavior at the University of California, Berkeley, and the Harvard Business School. On campus, Kaylee served as the Charter President of the
Association of Black Psychologists, an Honors Ambassador, a February One Scholar, and an SGA Senator. Driven by a passion for advancing Black women’s health, she conducted and presented research exploring the impact of social media on the health behaviors of Black Gen Z women. To continue her positive impact, she committed herself to various community service initiatives addressing homelessness, financial literacy, and food insecurity in Guilford County. In her free time, Kaylee enjoys reading, staying active, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Misale Endrias

Role: Digital Communications Intern

Organization: EdTrust

Workmate: Hunter Murphy

School: Montgomery College

"No one knows a community better than themselves. Initiatives are more meaningful and can be better directed by
the people who understand the context better if they are in it."

Misale is an Ethiopian-American from Montgomery County, Maryland, currently studying at Montgomery College. She is a STEM student with interests in data science, public policy, and education. A strong advocate for her peers, Misale is passionate about equity and expanding access to educational and career opportunities for her student peers. As an intern, extern, and instructor, she focuses on connecting academia, technology, and public service. In her future career, she hopes to drive equitable innovation at the intersection of these fields. Fun facts: Misale is left-handed and a twin!

Nana Yaa Dwomoh

Role: Advocacy & Communications Intern

Organization: ArchCity Defenders

Workmate: Olympia Mongo

School: Harvard College

"Learning alongside people with different viewpoints has helped me develop a more nuanced perspective and
the ability to analyze issues from multiple angles."

Nana Yaa is originally from Ghana, but grew up in Brookings, South Dakota. She is a rising junior at Harvard majoring in sociology on the data analytics track with a minor in African & African American studies. She’s always been interested in understanding systems of inequality, especially in education. In high school, she started an initiative to provide educational resources to under-resourced schools in Ghana. During her first year at Harvard, she interned with Brookings United Way, helping with the implementation of an early childhood education program called Early Learner. On campus, she works at the Harvard Foundation for Intercultural and Race Relations, creating and helping to organize events that celebrate Harvard’s cultural and racial diversity and support first-generation, low-income students. Nana Yaa is passionate about building community, creating opportunities for others, and making education more equitable and inclusive. In her free time, she loves watching dystopian films, reading dystopian romance books, and trying new restaurants with friends.

Olympia Mongo

Role: Advocacy & Communications Intern

Organization: ArchCity Defenders

Workmate: Nana Yaa Dwomoh

School: Dillard University

"Sustainable Black advancement requires structural accountability and intergenerational investment."

Olympia Mongo is a pre-law student at Dillard University majoring in political science

with a minor in healthcare advocacy. Her academic focus on political behavior, policy analysis, and

systems of equity is enriched by a holistic approach to addressing disparities through her healthcare

advocacy coursework. Olympia’s interest in law and public policy is rooted in a commitment to using legal frameworks to drive structural change. Her research on congressional mental health legislation deepened her interest in how policy innovation can improve access to care and reimagine how the law serves marginalized communities. She has held research and policy roles with the Tulane University Education Research Alliance and the Democracy Alliance, contributing to equity-driven, evidence-based analysis. Olympia also led a research project examining housing displacement tied to major sporting events, presented at a university research day, which reflected her dedication to urban justice. She brings additional civic and international experience and plans to pursue a Juris Doctor to advance equity through law and policy.