Gemma Skuraton DrPH, MPH, CHES, CDE, CDP, SHRM-CP, LAT, ATC, USAW, CPT, FMS, RYT-200 (she/her)
Dr. Gemma Skuraton (she/her) is a public health strategist, reproductive justice advocate, and organizational leader dedicated to advancing health equity through systems change, policy, and community partnership. She is the Co-Owner of Twice Consulting Services (TCS) LLC and President of Public Health Strategies, where she leads initiatives focused on reproductive justice, violence prevention, LGBTQIA+ inclusion, organizational transformation, and equitable public health practice.
With more than 12 years of experience, Dr. Skuraton partners with nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, healthcare systems, government agencies, and community coalitions to develop evidence-informed strategies that strengthen communities and remove barriers to health and safety. Her work spans policy development, strategic planning, grant management, program evaluation, coalition building, advocacy, and organizational capacity building.
Dr. Skuraton is nationally recognized for designing and leading initiatives that address gender-based violence, sexual assault prevention, reproductive health and rights, menstrual equity, affirming care for LGBTQIA+ communities, and other issues at the intersection of public health and social justice. She has developed and facilitated trainings on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI), trauma-informed practice, violence prevention, implicit bias, allyship, and inclusive leadership for organizations across the United States and internationally.
She holds a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH), Master of Public Health (MPH), and Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Georgia Southern University and is a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®), Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®), Certified Diversity Executive (CDE®), and Certified Diversity Professional (CDP®).
Grounded in the belief that public health is inseparable from reproductive justice and human rights, Dr. Skuraton's work centers community voices, evidence-based practice, and cross-sector collaboration to advance lasting policy and systems change. As a community-based participatory researcher, she specializes in translating research into action through advocacy, education, and sustainable organizational practices that improve health outcomes for historically marginalized communities.
An accomplished speaker and thought leader, Dr. Skuraton has delivered keynote presentations and professional trainings for audiences across North America and has received numerous awards recognizing her leadership in public health, violence prevention, student well-being, and inclusive excellence. She previously served as President of the Georgia Society for Public Health Education and has held leadership positions with multiple organizations dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual violence and advancing community health.