I am invigorated by sharing my research and dialoguing about our shared humanity. Let’s explore together.

Speaking & Teaching

I've taught at K-12 schools and universities across the US, UK, Nigeria, Uganda, and Italy. I keynote at educational conferences and speak to schools, organizations, and communities about girls' education, international development, the intersection of faith and learning, and what it means to build bridges across cultures. I've presented to audiences as young as four and as old as... well, anyone who wants to listen.

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.

What Drives Me

I believe education is one of the most powerful forces for human flourishing. But education alone isn't enough. Real change happens when we understand the why behind educational gaps—the cultural contexts, power dynamics, spiritual needs, and real human barriers that research often overlooks.

I'm particularly drawn to:

• Girls' agency and capability development especially in the Global South

• Faith-based education as a pathway, not a contstaint to liberation

• The gap between research and practice and how to close it through accessible research & storytelling

• International and comparative education because context matters

• Womanist and Non-Western perspectives on education, development, and human dignity

If you're interested in:

• Speaking engagements on girls' education, international development, educational leadership, or research accessibility

• Consulting on curriculum, girls' education programs, or education leadership strategy

• Collaboration on research, writing, or educational initiatives

• Connection as someone working at the intersection of education, research, and social change

• Learning more about my research