Jacqueline Gallo, PhD
is an anthropologist of education, keynote speaker, and founder of Ejoka Education.
Jacqueline speaks to schools, organizations, and associations on one throughline -
the shift from needy to needed.
Based on her years of research in Karamoja, Uganda, Jacqueline asks what it will take for each audience member to believe that they are needed in their authentic humanity, not their performance. And actually, that’s exactly what the world is asking for.
“I grew up wanting to change the world…And after years in schools and organizations on four continents, I’m finding my most authentic self and now everything is coming together.”
Speaking & Teaching
I keynote for schools, organizations, and communities to help them understand that their authentic living is what brings dignity and fulfillment to their lives, and helps their communities, workplaces, and organizations better live their mission and values, all by realizing that even as we have needs, we are needed.
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Ejoka Education
In 2026, I founded Ejoka Education…It grew directly out of my doctoral fieldwork at Cambridge.
Educational Leadership
For over 20 years, I've led educational teams and institutions across continents—from the Bronx to Rome to California—in roles ranging from special education teacher to head of school. I've built programs, led faculty, managed operations, and learned that institutional change requires both vision and humility. I bring this practitioner's perspective to everything I do.
Research & Writing
My PhD thesis explores the paradox of girls' education… I'm reworking it for a broader audience.
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Speaking engagements on girls' education, international development, educational leadership, or research accessibility/democratization
Consulting on educational leadership, girls' education, or international education strategy
Collaboration on research, writing, or educational initiatives
Connection as someone working at the intersection of education, research, and social change
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