TESTIMONIALS
“Jessica is a pioneer, using her research skills and content knowledge to go where others simply have not. Jessica operates in authentic relationship with her fellow researchers, community members, and system actors. She is truly interested and committed to their professional, personal, and organizational well-being and has helped build bridges of collaboration that are rooted in a fundamental belief in shared humanity and love.”
—Allison Brown, Esq., late Executive Director of Communities for Just Schools Fund, freedom fighter for Black & Brown children
"Working with Dr. Jessica has transformed my arts education non-profit. An integral thought-partner in the development of many of our innovative arts and science-based early childhood programs, Dr. Jessica combines a rigorous scientific background with the creativity and skill of an artist—an exquisitely unique combination. Dr. Jessica is an invaluable resource for the children, teachers and families we serve."
—Ingrid Zimmer, Executive Director, Dumbarton Arts & Education, bringing equitable arts integration to DC’s youngest children
“I’m finding the right words to convey my gratitude for the gifts that you have given me through your counsel. You have helped me to not just survive through these tough times but to rise as a complete human. Your words your teachings and guidance are what I have needed since, well... a child. As you may have gathered from all our meetings I do not come from a place of privilege but rather from a place of struggle. But you have given me the gift of insight, illuminated a path that has opened my eyes and heart into a world of just gratitude and resilience. Your warmth and intuitive words that guided me to listen to what my own body is telling me created a butterfly effect into how I speak to my own children. To speak to them with the love I desire for myself. You have shown me where to look and whispered how to approach. My family and I will always be so grateful.”
—Karen, mother of 12-yr-old Isa & 6-yr-old Davi
“Jessica, I am reaching out to you because a few months ago you conducted a training for our child care providers on brain growth and healing. It was an amazing training, and your words still resonate with me.”
—Mary Lou, Director of early childhood learning network in Washington DC