Mad scientist who escaped the Ivory Tower.

My work always aims to empower Black communities through environmental justice, led by the scientific and engineering ingenuity of those it impacts most. Research has shown that Environmental injustices disproportionately affect Black communities, yet these communities are often sidelined in scientific research and policymaking processes.

My Mission

To revolutionize environmental justice by elevating the roles of Black scientists and engineers in crafting and implementing solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental challenges.

How We Get There

Leveraging Expertise

Utilizing my background in ecology and evolutionary biology to tackle environmental issues.

Fostering Leadership

Enhancing the Aya Research Institute's programs to support and mentor emerging Black scientists and engineers.

Bridging Gaps

Building partnerships to transform research findings into actionable policies and community-driven solutions.

The Impact

Empowered Voices

Greater representation and leadership of Black and Indigenous individuals in environmental science and policy.

Informed Actions

Communities and policymakers equipped with ethical, research-backed tools and insights for justice-centered environmental decisions.

Policy Adoption

Monitoring the uptake of my policy recommendations and the implementation of our tools by decision-makers and communities.

Engagement Metrics

Tracking the participation of Black and Indigenous professionals in my programs and their contributions to the field.

Measuring Success

My Commitment

I'm guided by a belief that scientific inquiry combined with community wisdom can lead to sustainable and equitable environmental solutions, and I will continue to work towards this future with my endeavors.