Sunia Young

Sunia is a Project Coordinator in Environmental Services and Sustainability within the Operations Division at Children's National Hospital, where she supports initiatives that promote a safe, healthy, and sustainable hospital environment for children, adolescents, and their families. Her work includes coordinating operational improvements, advancing sustainability efforts, and collaborating across departments to support patient safety, quality of care, and the overall well-being of pediatric patients. Previously, Sunia worked at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) on the Board on Children, Youth, and Families, contributing to research and projects on child and adolescent health and well-being, including mental health, substance use prevention, the effects of school active shooter drills, health care system transformation, and the long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Her professional background spans public health research, mental health services, and community-based health initiatives, with a focus on improving health outcomes for children, adolescents, and underserved populations.

Children's National Hospital, a leading pediatric health care institution based in Washington, D.C., is dedicated to improving children's health and well-being through patient care, research, education, and advocacy. In addition to providing specialized medical care for children and adolescents, Children's National advances pediatric research, addresses health disparities, and strengthens community partnerships to improve health outcomes. Through its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and community engagement, the hospital aims to improve the lives of children and families across the Washington, D.C., region and beyond.