Raised in the very neighborhoods she now serves, Brittney Vincent-Buckmire is based in New York City and works as a Senior Program Coordinator at the Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health. She partners closely with diverse urban communities—particularly Black/African Americans, Afro-Caribbeans, immigrants, and youth of color—to promote culturally responsive health education and advance community-centered care.

Brittney’s commitment to health equity is both personal and professional. Her work is grounded in a deep understanding of the systemic barriers many communities face when accessing care. She strives to break down those barriers, uplift community voices, and design programs that meet people where they are. 

A passionate advocate beyond her full-time role, Brittney volunteers with the New York Junior League (NYJL), where she serves on the City Advocates for Public Policy Committee. There, she supports civic engagement efforts across New York City and works to strengthen policies that address health and social inequities.

At the Arthur Ashe Institute, Brittney has led the HIV/AIDS health education initiative for the past two years. This work has shaped her perspective on how public health programs must evolve alongside the communities they aim to serve, especially when addressing stigma and gaps in awareness.

Brittney sees leadership as an act of purpose and courage. She’s guided by the words of Audre Lorde: “When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.”