Woodlhey Ambroise Appointed Incoming President of the Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation (AMAT)

The Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation (AMAT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Woodlhey Ambroise, MPH as the next President of AMAT, effective January 1, 2026; following a recommendation from the Association’s AMAT Nominating Committee and a vote by the AMAT Governing Board. Ms. Ambroise, who currently serves as Senior Director of Organ Operations and Surgical Recovery at LifeGift, brings more than a decade of leadership in organ donation, transplant equity, and multicultural engagement. She will succeed Ieesha Johnson, who has served as AMAT’s President since 2023 and will continue as Immediate Past President.

“A nationally respected leader in transplant equity and multicultural engagement, Woodlhey brings more than a decade of experience in health equity, strategic innovation, and community-driven initiatives,” said Johnson. “Her ability to build trust across diverse communities and collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and families has had a measurable impact on efforts to eliminate systemic barriers to equitable transplant care.”         

Woodlhey is deeply engaged in national efforts to reduce disparities in organ transplantation. She currently serves as Vice Chair of AMAT’s Clinical Committee and Chairperson of AMAT’s Advisory Board. In addition to her AMAT leadership, Woodlhey, Senior Director of Organ Operations and Surgical Recovery at LifeGift, serves as Chairperson of LifeGift’s Multicultural Advisory Committee, a member of the OPTN Pediatric Committee, and a mentor for the Alliance’s Innovation Donation Council.

For more than 30 years, AMAT has served the needs of multicultural professionals working in the field of transplantation. In her role as President, Woodlhey will continue to advance AMAT’s mission by guiding strategic priorities, expanding member engagement, and championing initiatives that foster inclusion and access across the donation and transplant ecosystem.

“Woodlhey exemplifies the kind of leadership that AMAT stands for. She is visionary, collaborative, and equity-centered,” said Demia Kandi, nominating chair of the AMAT Executive Committee. “Her commitment to elevating underrepresented voices, building community partnerships, and driving structural change in transplantation makes her uniquely positioned to lead AMAT into its next chapter.”

About the Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation (AMAT)
The Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation (AMAT) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing organ, eye, and tissue donation and transplantation within multicultural communities. Through education, advocacy, and collaborative partnerships, AMAT fosters trust, provides resources, and addresses challenges in donation and transplantation. Our members include professionals and organizations committed to equity and inclusion, working together to save and heal lives while celebrating the diversity of our communities.

Media Contact:
Kia Blair
Public Relations and Media Chair
Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation (AMAT)
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