About Me

Hi! I’m Asti Shafira. I’m a public health practitioner and student at Harvard, also sharing my journey and insights as a content creator, writer, speaker, and podcaster.

Hello everyone! I’m Asti Shafira. Rooted in public health and nutrition, I am currently embracing the dual path of being a Harvard student and a vibrant voice in content creation. Over the years, I’ve dedicated myself to sharing insights, stories, and expertise in various fields, aiming to educate and inspire.

This page? It’s a personal corner of the web where I open up about my life. It might lean a bit towards the personal, but I hope you’ll find my story engaging and maybe even uplifting.

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Quick Facts About Me

  1. I studied nutrition at Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Indonesia, graduating in 2018 as valedictorian.
  2. I devoted three years to serving as a Nutritionist, Procurement Officer, and Health Promoter at a public health center, followed by a year as a Health Policy Analyst specializing in nutrition with the Jakarta Provincial Government.
  3. I’m currently a graduate student at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, with a focus on health system strengthening, health ecomomics and financing.
  4. I started content creating in 2022 when people find my story in instagram, I shared mainly about education, global health, productivity, and the intricacies of Muslim lifestyle
  5. I’m 27 years old. Born in June, 1996 in Indonesia. I now live in Boston.

My Journey

1996 - 2014

I was born in Jakarta, and growing up around Jakarta and Tangerang. While it might seem like there isn't much to tell from this time, it's these formative years that laid the foundation for who I am today. It was a period filled with learning, growing, and the simple joys of childhood.

2014 - 2018
  • Stepping into Universitas Indonesia, my world expanded as I immersed myself in the world of nutrition and public health. These years were very transformative; I engaged in Model United Nations (MUN) conferences, striving for excellence as Mahasiswa Berprestasi, and delving into scientific writing. 
  • Amidst the academic hustle, life threw its curveballs as I lost my father, an event that marked me deeply and shaped my understanding of resilience and strength. I found myself in the sandwich generation, juggling responsibilities and personal growth.
2019 - 2022

Post-graduation, I navigated through diverse professional waters. From working at Kulina, engaging with community health at the Puskesmas, to diving into the realm of public health policy with the Jakarta Provincial Government (Dinkes), these years were marked by exploration and commitment. My participation in Abnon, a youth ambassador program, added another layer of experience and community engagement to my journey.

2022 - Now
  • Transitioning to Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health marked the beginning of a new chapter. My focus shifted towards health system strengthening, health economics, and financing, complemented by an econometric research project at the Center for Global Development (CGD) in Washington DC. 
  • Parallel to my academic pursuits, I embraced the world of content creation, sharing my journey, insights, and learnings with a wider audience. My stories and experiences found a new home, resonating with individuals worldwide, and marking the start of an exciting, ongoing adventure.