DAYTON, Ohio — Former Dayton mayor and gubernatorial candidate, Nan Whaley, has found herself a new position as the CEO of Planned Parenthood’s Southwest Ohio Region.
The organization made the announcement via their social media on Thursday. “It’s our great pleasure to announce that after an extensive national search, our Board of Directors has selected Nan Whaley to be the next President and CEO for Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region.”
Planned Parenthood said about Whaley that her “strong leadership, relationships, and organizational skills have helped drive growth in her community, the state of Ohio, and the country as a whole.”
“I am honored to be chosen as the next President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region. This is a critical time in reproductive health care and we bear no small responsibility to make sure our community of southwest Ohio and all who come to us in need of service, get the care they need. As a haven to surrounding states like Kentucky, Tennessee, and across the southeast, following the passage of Issue 1, sustainability and expanding our capacity is a top priority alongside advocacy and education. Patients deserve choices and we are proud to offer them high-quality, comprehensive care at Planned Parenthood.
I look forward to working with this amazing team to continue that legacy of care no matter what and increase access for everyone who needs it,” said Whaley.
The organization said after the passage of the Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment in November of 2023, Planned Parenthood has focused on expanding in its newfound role as a haven state and the first point of access for patients in need of abortion.