The New Hampshire Children’s Health Foundation has named Deborah H. Fournier, JD, as its new Program Officer, Strategy & Collective Impact.

In this role, Ms. Fournier will help advance the Foundation’s strategic priorities by fostering cross-sector partnerships, supporting community and statewide initiatives, and helping develop innovative approaches to improving the health and well-being of New Hampshire’s children and families. She will work closely with funded partners, community leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders to strengthen collective efforts that address the root causes of health inequities and improve outcomes for children across the state.

“Deborah brings an extraordinary combination of policy expertise, strategic thinking and collaborative leadership, to our organization,” said foundation President Gail Garceau. “Her experience building partnerships across government, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors will be invaluable as we continue investing in solutions that create lasting change for New Hampshire’s children.”

Ms. Fournier brings more than 20 years of experience in health policy, Medicaid, public health, and healthcare financing. Her career has included senior leadership positions with the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials and the National Academy for State Health Policy, as well as leadership roles in two state Medicaid programs, culminating in her service as New Hampshire’s Medicaid Director.

Most recently, Ms. Fournier served as Director of Health Law & Policy at the University of New Hampshire’s Institute for Health Policy & Practice, where she led work focused on healthcare affordability and sustainable financing strategies for healthcare and public health services.

“I’ve long admired the Foundation’s commitment to improving children’s health by supporting communities, building partnerships, and addressing the factors that shape family well-being,” said Fournier. “I’m excited to join an organization that brings people together to create meaningful, lasting change and look forward to working alongside partners throughout New Hampshire to advance that mission.”