1. PROFILE
I am passionate about reproductive and sexual health care. Looking to expand my knowledge by
working with organizations providing sexual and reproductive health care services and education. I
have conducted various research projects including: “College and Contraception: A descriptive analysis of
contraceptive knowledge, attitudes, and practices among women at the Claremont Colleges” (Thesis); “
Organization of Risk and Agency in Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Risk Reduction Techniques Among
Heterosexual College Individuals”; “The Use of Online Sexual Health Information Resources Among College Age
Adults: A Preliminary Study”
EXPERIENCE
WATSON FELLOW — AUGUST 2016- AUGUST 2017
The Watson Fellowship allows for a year of independent exploration around the globe. My project is
titled: “Informed Consent, Individual Choice, and Factors Influencing Women’s Conceptive Decision
Making”. Conducted interviews and volunteered at various Women’s and Sexual Health Organizations.
ANNA ALEXIS ABROAD, BLOG—2016-ONGOING
Musings and essays about my time exploring women’s health in a global context, current social and
political situations, and providing accurate and approachable information regarding various
contraceptive methods. The website includes a resource section that readers may use to get more
information on anything from abortion to relationships to documentaries. The blog also features a
section on beer from around the globe. www.annaalexisnichols.com
THE RED TENT PROJECT MANAGER, KASANKA BABOON PROJECT — NOVEMBER 2016-
ONGOING
The Red Tent Project is a campaign with it’s origins in my Watson Year. During this fundraiser $6,000
was raised to provide sustainable menstrual hygiene products such as menstrual cups and reusable
pads to young girls and women in peri-urban and rural areas of Zambia. Workshops in which women
were educated about menstruation, period management, and how to sew cloth pads themselves were
conducted at various points. www.gofundme.com/the-red-tent-project.
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGING ASSISTANT, MARIE STOPES ZAMBIA (MSZ);
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA—DECEMBER 2016-APRIL 2017
Assisted in marketing and evaluating existing MSZ Youth Activities such as the Teen Diva Centers
(where girls aged 16-24 can access free contraceptive counseling and services in nonjudgmental and
youth-friendly way). Conducted focus groups with rural communities in the Copperbelt to asses newly
created mobilization strategies created by MSZ and ideo.org. Organized and thematized events held
at Diva Centers every other Friday. Collaborated in creating innovative ways of collecting qualitative
data through Teen-Connectors at Diva Centers. Designed a youth-friendly efficacy chart that utilized
the “Divine Diva” models. Developed MSZ’s social media strategy and created counseling scripts for
the Teen-Connectors that spoke to aspirations rather than merely information.
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2. VOLUNTEER AT LUSAKA UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL MATERNITY WARD; LUSAKA,
ZAMBIA—DECEMBER 2016-APRIL 2017
Shadowed OBGYNs during pre-natal, ante-natal, and family planning clinics once a week. During
family planning clinics I provided contraceptive counseling and observed the administration of oral
contraceptives, the injectable, and witnessed insertions and removals of long-acting reversible
contraceptives. Assisted midwives, nurses, and doctors on Labor and Delivery Ward and supported
laboring patients at least once a week.
VOLUNTEER AT CROSSROADS; CLAREMONT, CA — 2015
Worked alongside previously incarcerated women on community building projects. Developed an
educational program regarding HIV/AIDS prevention using engagement activities and Power Point.
Reached out to other organizations for fundraising and community involvement opportunities.
MEDICAL SERVICES INTERN, PLANNED PARENTHOOD GULF COAST; HOUSTON, TX — 2015
Developed continuing education units (CEU) for affiliate doctors and nurses. Various topics included:
birth control methods, new drug regimens or sexually transmitted infections, ICD-10 Codes, medical
recommendations, new pap guidelines, and abortion procedure guidelines
ADVOCATE, PITZER ADVOCATES FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT; CLAREMONT, CA —
2014-2016
Acted as peer advocate, promotions coordinator, and a member of the continuing education
committee. Provided peer education and confidential resources regarding sexual assault, and worked
warm-line. Participated in 40+ hours of advocacy training.
CAMP COUNSELOR, GREENE FAMILY CAMP; BRUCEVILLE, TX — SUMMERS 2012-2014
Worked with campers ages 7-9 (2012), 10-11 (2012, 2013), 12-13 (2013),14-16 (2014). Planned and
prepared daily activities. Acted as mentor and emotional resource for young girls.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
TUTOR AND VOLUNTEER, IMPACT ONE INITIATIVE, LUSAKA, ZM—NOVEMBER 2016—APRIL 2017
ORIENTATION ADVENTURE (OA) LEADER, PITZER COLLEGE—2014, 2015
TUTOR, CLAREMONT AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM(CLASP)—2015
NEWS REPORTER, THE STUDENT LIFE—2014
VOLUNTEER, MED-LIFE MEDICAL BRIGADE, LIMA, PERU—2013
EDUCATION INTERN, PLANNED PARENTHOOD FEDERATION OF AMERICA—2012
PEER EDUCATOR, TEEN REACH, PLANNED PARENTHOOD GULF COAST—2010-2012
EDITOR IN CHIEF, THE FALCON NEWSPAPER, HOUSTON, TX—2012
COLUMNIST, THE FALCON NEWSPAPER, HOUSTON, TX—2009-2012

3. CONFERENCES ATTENDED
PLANNED PARENTHOOD NATIONAL CONFERENCE,WASHINGTON, D.C—JUNE, 2016
UNITED STATE OF WOMEN SUMMIT, WASHINGTON, D.C.—JUNE, 2016
THE INTERNATIONAL UNION AGAINST SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS (IUSTI)
CONFERENCE, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY.—SEPTEMBER, 2016
FIAPAC 12TH INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF PROFESSIONAL ABORTION AND
CONTRACEPTION ASSOCIATES CONFERENCE, LISBON PORTUGAL.—OCTOBER, 2016
AWARDS
WATSON FELLOW—2016
HOOPER NEWSPAPER AWARD—2012
PERSONAL COLUMN, UIL 2ND PLACE—2010
EDUCATION
PITZER COLLEGE, CLAREMONT, CA — B.A., 2016
SKILLS
Ambassador of Women’s Health (AWH) Certified; First Aid CPR AED Certified; Trained Doula,
CD(DONA); Contraceptive Counseling; Sexual Assault Survivor Advocacy; Excel; PowerPoint SPSS;
NVIVO; Survey Monkey; Qualatrics; In-Depth Interview Development; Survey Development; In-Design;