Shedrick Boren

Focus

Public Policy, Health and Social Services, Human Rights, Vulnerable Populations, Bioethics, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

Biography

Shed Boren is a social worker and healthcare executive recognized for his strong advocacy in public policy, human rights, and health and social services. With over 36 years of experience, Dr. Boren has dedicated his career to supporting vulnerable populations, particularly those affected by HIV/AIDS, chronic diseases, mental health challenges, and poverty.

He has held leadership roles as the Chief Executive Officer of Camillus Health Concern, Camillus House, and Sister Emmanuel Hospital, and he is the founder of Mercy Hospital’s AIDS program. Dr. Boren has a deep commitment to serving individuals experiencing homelessness, youth aging out of foster care, and those involved in the criminal justice system.

As an advocate for marginalized communities, Dr. Boren has made significant contributions to raising awareness of human rights issues by serving as the Executive Producer of the Emmy Award-winning film The Day It Snowed in Miami (2014) and Sisters (2018), a film about Sister Helen Prejean and her quest to end the death penalty. His commitment to community service is reflected in his roles on the Board of Directors for Casa Valentina and the Emeritus Boards of LEAP and Guitars Over Guns. In recognition of his advocacy work, Dr. Boren received the FIU Path Award in 2016.

Education

• University of Miami, MBA, Ph.D.
• Saint Louis University, Post Graduate Training in Clinical Health Care Ethics
• University of Houston, MSW
• Southwestern University, BA