Kirsten Leng is a public health writer, researcher, and strategist.
Because.
Science is transformative. But only when it is understood. Numbers are telling. But a few carefully selected words paint the picture. Your community has the answers. But only if you listen. Simple is always better than complicated.
Services and Approach
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Accessible Writing
Science is transformative. But only with clear communication. I work with clients to translate their research and work into impactful and accessible reports and briefs.
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Equity-Centered Strategic Planning
Listen to your community. I partner with clients to develop theory of change models and planning strategies driven by community-engagement, participatory processes, and partnership building.
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Qualitative Research
Sometimes you need more than just numbers. I offer a range of qualitative research capabilities including key informant interviews, focus groups, and record keeping. This work is rooted in evidence and responsive to client needs.
What People Are Saying
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“I highly recommend working with Kirsten after having used her as a consultant on multiple food and nutrition policy and research projects. She is a pleasure to work with, totally dependable, highly organized, an excellent writer, and a meticulous data gatherer. She is a highly effective project planner and manager. She also brings well-developed qualitative research skills..”
— Jim Krieger, Executive Director @ Healthy Food America
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"Kirsten co-led the development of a Theory of Change for the GusNIP NTAE/Nutrition Incentive Hub, a large national project. Not only did she deliver a high-quality product, but she had an excellent communication style and was a delight to work with. She incorporated the priorities of a diverse group of partners and community members into a final product that was accessible and applicable across a broad spectrum of uses. I look forward to working with Kirsten again.”
— Amy Lazarus Yaroch, Executive Director @ Gretchen Swanson Center for Nutrition
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“I’ve worked with Kirsten as a thought partner to ensure community voice was an authentic part of the project. She was open, transparent, and flexible resulting in a stronger and more representative product. I highly recommend working with Kirsten!"
— Blanca Melendrez, Executive Director @ UC San Diego, ACTRI Center for Community Health
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“I worked with Kirsten on several projects in the nutrition space – they were very positive experiences. She is an excellent project manager -- always prepared, easy to work with, and can easily jump from shepherding detail level work to discussing broader implications as well.”
— Victor Colman, Co-Principal @ Uncommon Solutions
