Chevelle Davis

Director of Early Childhood and Health Policy, Hawai'i Children's Action Network 

Born and raised on O‘ahu, Chevelle Davis resides in the ahupua‘a of Hono‘uli‘uli. Chevelle brings a strong public health background and experience in sexual and reproductive health advocacy and Native Hawaiian health research. A recent graduate of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Research Scholars program, she is dedicated to addressing structural inequities and promoting systems change. Chevelle is passionate about creating a future where communities feel safe and supported across Hawaiʻi by addressing social, structural, and settler colonial determinants of health. She brings passion for community-centered policies informed by anti-racism, equity, and justice, with the goal of systems change. The eldest of six in a blended family, she enjoys traveling, eating ‘ono food, volunteering with ʻāina-based initiatives, making memories with loved ones, and cuddling with her cat, Cleo. Chevelle holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree and is pursuing a Ph.D. in public health at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.