Alec Murada

Alec Murada understands the unique challenges in tribal communities that affect access to healthy food and physical activity. As the SDSU Extension Family and Community Health Associate serving Crow Creek and Lower Brule, he works with school and community coalitions to identify, develop and implement strategies to make healthy choices accessible for community members. Alec has built trusted partnerships with tribal schools, tribal leadership, after-school programs, food pantries, religious organizations and health providers.

Areas of Expertise

• Community coaching
• Networking
• Development and implementation of community-based health initiatives
• Project management and tracking

Programs and Services

• Supports and coaches community gardens to produce fruit, vegetables and traditional herbs.
• Partners with after-school programs to support physical activity.
• Provides nutrition education tools and resources to food pantries, after-school programs and other providers in the communities.
• Collaborates with external agencies and offers technical assistance to find project resources.