Emily Schreer (She/Her) is a Wilder Fellow currently pursuing a Master's in Urban and Regional Planning at VCU. She received her Bachelor of International Studies from American University, with a minor in public health. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Emily served two years as a CDC fellow at Richmond City Health District, focused on pandemic response and maternal /child health. She then transferred to the state health department, where she worked in viral hepatitis prevention and harm reduction. Emily's work and academic experience have contributed to her passion for health equity, climate resilience, and community building.