About Us
Arkansas Immunization Action Coalition
ImmunizeAR is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving vaccination rates for all Arkansans through education, advocacy, and statewide partnerships.
The Arkansas Immunization Action Coalition is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization, which is supported by contributions from individuals, foundations, community organizations, corporations, and local and state government agencies. All monetary contributions, large and small, are valued and put to good use towards our programs and activities. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law under IRS regulations.
Watch this short video to learn a little about ImmunizeAR and how you can help.
Join a Workgroup
ImmunizeAR is committed to improving the health of Arkansans through the volunteer efforts of workgroups for these priority areas: Childhood Immunizations, HPV Prevention, COVID-19/Flu Prevention, Adult Immunization, Vaccine Advocacy
Host a Workshop
Lead a workshop in your community to educate people about COVID vaccination, HPV vaccination, flu prevention and vaccination, and vaccine hesitancy. Download our workshop leader guides and easy-to-read workbooks for your participants.
AIAC Leadership
Executive Committee
Chair
Shaneca Smith, BSN, RN, CNOR(E)
Outreach Specialist, RN
AFMC
Chair-Elect
Stephen Tonguis, MBA, MHS, CPHQ
Healthcare Quality Improvement Specialist
Secretary
Margo Bushmiaer, MNSc, RN, NCSN
Retired Director of Health Services
School Nurse Consultant
Little Rock School District
Treasurer
John Vinson, PharmD
Chief Executive Officer
Arkansas Pharmacists Association
Medical Director
Laura Williams, MD
Pediatrician
PrimeCARE Medical Clinic
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Executive Director
Heather Mercer
Board Members
Jennifer A. Dillaha, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Medical Director, Immunization Section and Outbreak Response
Arkansas Department of Health
Gary Berner, MD
Internal Medicine & Pediatrics
Chief Medical Officer
Community Clinic NWA
Creshelle R. Nash MD, MPH, CHIE
Medical Director for Health Equity
and Public Programs
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Jeanie Smith, PharmD
Associate Professor and
Director of Experiential Education
Harding University
Laura Wilson, MD
Pediatrician
Sherwood Family Medical Center/
Baptist Health