Ashley Merida is a dedicated nurse leader and health equity advocate committed to advancing belonging, representation, and culturally responsive care within healthcare systems. As the President of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) Phoenix Chapter, she leads strategic initiatives that address disparities in care, strengthen mentorship pipelines for underrepresented professionals, and amplify Latino voices in policy and healthcare.

In her role as Program Manager for the Office of Belonging at Mayo Clinic Arizona, Ashley drives system-wide efforts to foster inclusive environments for employees, learners, and patients. She supports 12 Mayo Employee Resource Groups (MERGs) and Department Belonging Leaders (DBLs), overseeing programming, leadership development, and innovative community engagement efforts that center cultural humility and psychological safety.

With a background in transplant nursing and a deep commitment to public health, Ashley has spearheaded numerous community-based initiatives focused on oral health, childhood immunizations, and building trust and resilience. Her work bridges clinical excellence with grassroots advocacy, bringing community, culture, and compassion to the forefront of healthcare transformation.