Hnin Aung

Hnin Aung is a young professional was born in Thailand, and raised in Myanmar/Burma. She immigrated to the United States at the age of 12 and earned her Bachelor Degree in Public Health from the University of Colorado Denver. With nine years of experience in community navigation – primarily within the Burmese community – she is passionate about serving underrepresented populations and improving access to essential resources. Her work has included supporting families with school enrollment, government benefits, employment opportunities, and healthcare navigation. Since high school, she has also volunteered as an interpreter and continues to serve as a freelance professional interpreter.

Currently, Hnin works at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and is also a licensed Real Estate Broker. Through her role at CDPHE, she focuses on supporting programs that provide breast and cervical cancer screenings, while in real estate, she enjoys helping families achieve their homeownership goals. 

Outside of work, Hnin enjoys exploring Denver’s diverse food scene, hiking, camping, and snowboarding — fully embracing the beauty and adventure Colorado has to offer.