Cristhy Quito is a Master of Public Health (MPH) student with a focus on public policy and health equity. She is a first-generation Ecuadorian-American and was recently published as a co-author on her first research paper. Cristhy currently works as an In-Home Support (IHS) worker and Home and Community-Based Services (HSS) worker through Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, where she provides direct care to individuals with disabilities. Her interests include health systems strengthening, policy development, and improving access to culturally appropriate care. She aims to contribute to public health initiatives at the state level and is pursuing opportunities with the Minnesota Department of Health.