Recognized by AT&T Dream in Black as a 'Black Future Maker,' Dr. Viniece Jennings empowers communities through her commitment to environmental leadership.

With a Ph.D. from Florida A&M University and Executive Leadership education from Harvard University, Dr. Jennings is a trailblazer in urban green spaces, health promotion, and environmental justice. Her impactful research, featured in prestigious journals, addresses social determinants of health.

A former scientist with the federal government, Dr. Jennings is acclaimed as a ‘Hidden Treasure’ for Women of Excellence in Science. As a leader in STEAM careers, she’s featured in outlets like Shondaland Media, PBS and the Atlanta Journal Constitution, showcasing her expertise and commitment to a sustainable future.

Explore Dr. Jennings’ journey from the Obama White House to connecting people to nature, as she continues to inspire positive change.

Dr. Jennings serves as an invited editorial board member for the premiere journal Nature Communications – Earth and Environment. Her expertise led to her selection as a coauthor on the First National Nature Assessment.