Tracing Health launched in spring of 2020 as a COVID-19 response initiative and strategic partnership program of the Public Health Institute and the Oregon Public Health Institute.
Tracing Health is committed to advancing health equity and COVID-19 contact tracing efforts. Our diverse team reflects the communities we serve. Our culturally and linguistically responsive services build trust and deepen our impact. We hire and train individuals who, together, reflect the ideal of a future public health workforce.
75%
of the Tracing Health contact tracing
team identify as women.
By supporting remote work opportunities with training and equipment we provided support that allowed many working parents to remain or reenter in the workforce.
72%
of the Tracing Health team are Black,
Indigenous, or People of Color.
The diversity of our workforce allows us to offer culturally-centered services to the communities where we work.
93%
of the Tracing Health team are
bilingual or multilingual.
With 52 languages spoken we are able to build trust with and communicate important health information to a wide-range of communities.
Our Team, 650+ Strong
The Tracing Health workforce is an extraordinary collection of kind, highly trained and deeply committed humans who represent the communities they serve.
Our Leadership Team
Tracing Health is guided by a leadership team of experts in public health, community-oriented strategies, operational excellence, and research.
Dr. Marta Induni, PHD, MA
Program Director
Emily Henke, MPH
Executive Director, Oregon Public Health Institute
Audrey Seger-Sprain, MPA
Senior Director of Operations
Diane Royal, MS
Senior Program Manager
Stephanie Rivera, MPH
California Contact Tracing Support Initiative (CCTSI) Director
Debbie Hintz
Director of Data & Informatics
Public Health Institute (PHI)
Founded in 1964, PHI is a nonprofit with employees and programs based in 19 states and 27 countries. PHI’s core capabilities include data management, research and surveillance, operational and administrative support, public health staffing services, and a deep understanding of complex public health issues. PHI serves as an administrative and implementing partner with multiple government agencies.
Oregon Public Health Institute (OPHI)
Oregon Public Health Institute is a nonprofit that has worked for the good of Oregonians for the last 20 years. We envision an Oregon where the places people live, learn, work, play, and practice spirituality support optimal health, productivity, and fulfilling lives for all people and communities. Today, OPHI is working to improve health, advance equity, and respond to public health needs.
“I am writing to you in regards to an amazing and a one-of-a-kind experience that I had with one of your employees…The support that I received was a blessing. I have never been treated so well by anyone in a governmental organization. As a matter of fact, I don’t think I’ve ever been treated so well, period!”
Contact Tracing Client, San Bernardino County, CA
“I just wanted to say how impressed we are with your team—their skill, thoroughness, and efficiency! It’s so great to have them aboard! I would love to spend some time talking with you about your recruitment and training process to understand how we could do better with our staff.”
County Partner, Sonoma County Public Health Department
“Kudos to all of you. I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart, for all the work you do. …you’re invisible there, but I appreciate you. And we will get through all of us to better days ahead, but thank you, you’ve been great.”
Contact Tracing Client, Clark County, WA
Nicktae’s time with us was short but she has contributed to our team (and community) in such a big way that words cannot express our thankfulness. We are fortunate to share this space with her and with all our PHI colleagues
Contact Investigator Lead, Marin County, CA