Jenille Morgan is an experienced developmental psychology researcher and evaluator who employs a strengths-based, multidisciplinary approach to advancing knowledge related to the impact of race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status across the life span. As a research associate and former Assistant Director of Equity Diversity and Inclusion at a local university, Jenille is committed to improving the quality of life for children and their families and effecting change through research for our most marginalized youth. Her current research interests center around critical issues related to identity formation and religious and spiritual development in early childhood.

Inspired by the Biblical model of servant leadership, Jenille seeks to find ways she can inspire change in her work, workplace, and the global community at large. She has been actively engaged in culturally-responsive research and racial equity work for over 20 years. In 2018, Jenille and her colleagues developed an infographic on systemic racism that has been highlighted on shows such as Good Morning America and a later animation of her work went viral reaching millions across several media platforms.

At an early age, Jenille developed a love for God, accepting Christ and spending formative years under the guidance of a loving Christian family. She has since furthered her spiritual development and service in a local fellowship where she designs and develops the curriculum for youth Bible study and children’s church. Jenille strongly believes in the power of a biblical worldview to equip children to understand their identity in Christ, navigate painful realities caused by the sin of racism, and righteously respond to injustice.