Ryan Mateo Sharnbroich, MED

Ryan’s work, research and impact have always operated at the intersections of education and public health. His career started as a classroom teacher and instructional coach in public elementary and middle schools, where he led implementation and professional development efforts around initiatives related to literacy instruction, social emotional learning, LGBTQ+ inclusive and affirming practices, mental and behavioral health and wellness, racial equity and justice, and more. Throughout this time, he also served as a school-based sexual health educator, which is where he found his true passion. Now, in his role as the Director of Professional Learning and Sexuality Education at Cardea, a national public health non-profit, Ryan leads a team of expert trainers who provide a range of professional learning and capacity development services for education and health systems across the country to ensure all people have access to effective and equitable sexual health education and services.