Dr. Amutah Onukagha is a dedicated scholar, editor, and advocate for women's health, health disparities, and community-based public health initiatives. Through her extensive editorial and national service work, she has played a pivotal role in shaping research, fostering knowledge dissemination, and advancing equitable healthcare solutions. Her contributions span multiple esteemed journals, national organizations, and professional committees, reflecting her commitment to uplifting voices, driving innovation, and improving health outcomes for marginalized communities.

    • Women’s Reproductive Health

    • Journal of Health Disparities, Research and Practice

    • Journal of Progress in Community Health and Partnerships

    • International Journal of Women’s Health

    • Journal of HIV/AIDS – Research and Palliative Care

    • Journal of Maternal and Child Health

    • International Journal of Maternal and Child Health and HIV/AIDS

    • Clinical Insights to Women’s Health: Special Issue on Health Disparities

    • HIV/AIDS Research and Treatment Open Journal

    • Journal of Womens’ Health Issues

    • Board Member – Delta Omega, Public Health Honor Society, Omega Chapter (2015-present)

    • Co-Chair – Perinatal and Women’s Health Committee, Maternal and Child Health Section, American Public Health Association (2015-present)

    • Section Councilor – Maternal and Child Health Association, American Public Health Association (2012-2014)

    • President – Society for the Analysis of African American Public Health Association (2012-2014)

    • Abstract Reviewer – Maternal and Child Health Section, HIV/AIDS Section, and Community-Based Public Health Caucus, American Public Health Association (2008-present)

    • Environmental Justice Advisory Council, State of NJ, Department of Environmental Protection (2016-2017)

    • Board of Trustees, Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey (2016-2017)

    • Board of Directors, Newark GALS (2015-2017)

    • Board of Directors Member, The Women’s Collective (2011-present)

    • President, Society for the Analysis of African American Public Health Issues (2012-2014)

    • Section Councilor, Maternal and Child Health Section, American Public Health Association (2012-present)

    • Member, HIV/AIDS Section, American Public Health Association (2013-present)

    • Member, Maternal and Child Health Section, American Public Health Association (2003-present)

    • Member, New Jersey Public Health Association (2013-present)

    • Member, Secretary’s Advisory Council on Infant and Maternal Mortality (SACIMM) (2024-present)

    • International Director, Health Equity Think Tank, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. ( 2024-present))

    • Member, Delta Omega, Public Health Honorary Society, Omega Chapter (2010 Inductee)

    • Member, Association of Teachers of Maternal and Child Health (2007-present)

    • Member, American Public Health Association

    • Member, American Evaluation Association 

    • Member, Society of Public Health Education (2007-present)

    • Member, Society for Pediatric and Perinatal Epidemiologic Research (2007-present)

    • Member, International Society for Urban Health (2003-present)

    • Big Brothers Big Sisters Program (2006-present)

    • Member, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated (2003-present)

    • Member, The George Washington University Public Health Alumni Association (2006-2010)

A dedicated advocate for health equity, maternal and child health, and community well-being, her professional engagements span public health leadership, policy advisory roles, academic associations, and community service. From national organizations to grassroots initiatives, her contributions reflect a commitment to shaping policy, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentoring the next generation of public health professionals.