Empowering youth through media, education, and digital citizenship.
I provide professional learning, youth program development, and community education for schools, foster care and child welfare organizations, nonprofits, and community groups across northern Colorado and beyond. My work includes workshops and speaking engagements, professional development and continuing education, and youth program design, implementation, and evaluation that support both young people and the adults who care for them.
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Grounded in Positive Youth Development and trauma-informed, culturally responsive practice, my work centers equity and real-world context, informed by more than 15 years as a researcher, author, and program director. Programs and learning experiences are designed to respond to the realities young people are navigating—particularly around media, technology, identity, and well-being.
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My approach is collaborative and practical. I work alongside organizations to design professional learning, facilitate community conversations, and build youth-centered programs that reflect local goals, resources, and communities. Whether supporting educators and youth-serving professionals, engaging parents and caregivers, or developing programs from curriculum through evaluation, I offer services grounded in care, evidence, and lived experience.
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I help parents, schools, & nonprofits ask the right questions about media and technology.
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Professional Learning, Youth Program Development, and Community Education Services
Addressing Today's Urgent Challenges
Families, schools, and youth-serving nonprofits are navigating a fast-changing digital landscape that shapes learning, safety, and well-being. Consulting services provide research-based, equity-centered strategies to respond effectively to pressing concerns:
Cell Phone & Social Media Policies
Develop balanced approaches to bans, restrictions, and mindful use that protect safety and enhance learning.
Online Safety & Risk
Equip educators and caregivers to address youth exposure to predatory content, the dark web, cyberbullying, and other risky behaviors.
Misinformation & Conspiracy Theories
Strengthen media literacy skills that help youth and communities evaluate sources, counter conspiracy theories, and build civic dialogue.
AI in Education
Guide the responsible adoption of generative AI while addressing risks of bias, plagiarism, and privacy.
Digital Wellbeing & Mental Health
Promote healthy boundaries and habits that reduce screen overuse and social media pressures while fostering resilience.
Youth Cultures & Online Expression
Provide insights into how young people use platforms, trends, memes, and humor to shape identity, belonging, and resilience.
How I Can Help Your Organization
I offer consulting services tailored to nonprofits, educational institutions, child welfare organizations, and community-based youth programs. My work bridges research and practice to deliver actionable insights, innovative solutions, and measurable impact.
Research & Program Evaluations
Professional Learning & Continuing Education
Programming Design & Implementation
Grant Writing & Community Partnerships
Keynotes & Speaking Engagements
Why Work With Me?
Research Solutions for You
By bridging the gap between academia and real-world impact, I equip clients with the insights and strategies they need to drive meaningful, lasting change.
Experienced &
Research-Driven
Turning Data into Decisions
I bring nearly 20 years of academic and applied research experience, with more than 30 publications, including three books, and collaborations with multiple nonprofits, child welfare agencies, and educational organizations. I've secured grants, led large-scale studies, and delivered comprehensive program evaluations and measurable outcomes. I specialize in translating complex data into actionable strategies and clearly communicating findings to stakeholders to drive meaningful change
Equity &
Impact Focused
Championing Inclusive Change
I am deeply committed to supporting marginalized communities by applying culturally-responsive, trauma-informed strategies that break down systemic barriers in education and media. My work empowers underrepresented voices, fosters digital equity, and promotes access to quality education for all. This has led to more equitable policies and practices in education and nonprofits, driving lasting systemic change.
Tailored Solutions
for Diverse Stakeholders
Customized Strategies, Real Results
I co-create customized strategies with nonprofits, educational institutions, and communities to address their unique goals. My collaborative approach engages diverse audiences—including policymakers, school boards, families, child welfare agencies, and educators—to ensure each project is adaptable, impactful, and aligned with the community's needs. I deliver on-time, actionable results that resonate across sectors and drive lasting change.
Proven Results
& Impact
Delivering Measurable, Lasting Outcomes
​I have a proven record of success in securing funding and delivering diverse outputs, from youth media programs and curriculum development to professional workshops and national conferences. My work has influenced policies, improved educational practices, and fostered lasting community impact by engaging stakeholders across education, child welfare, and media sectors.