Guest Faculty Bio

Elizabeth K. Nahar, MSW, MBA has served as Program Director for the Children in Balance childhood obesity prevention initiative at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy (Tufts University) since 2006. In her role as Program Director, Liz stewards the dissemination efforts of tools and curricula from Children in Balance's research projects around the country. Working closely with Professor Christina Economos, she also oversees the strategic planning, positioning, fundraising and day–to–day operations of Children in Balance. Prior to joining Tufts, Ms. Nahar’s commitment to family and community health led her to professional positions in family service organizations, youth leadership and community organizing programs. Ms. Nahar received her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan in 1990, and her Master of Social Work and Master of Business Administration degrees from Boston College in 1997.