Yuko Yadatsu Ekyalongo

Yuko Yadatsu Ekyalongo is a Data Scientist at Child Trends, where responsibilities include leading quantitative and spatial analysis, data visualization, and process automation for public health and early childhood development projects. Yuko has proficiency in programming languages such as R, STATA, and Python and provides mentorship to junior staff. Previous experience includes positions as a Research Analyst at the Minnesota Department of Health, conducting analysis for the Healthy Rural and Urban Kids study, and a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Yuko's background also encompasses internships and volunteer work focusing on community health initiatives and environmental issues, along with a solid academic foundation with a Master of Public Health from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Kobe City University of Foreign Studies.