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Dr. Ashanti Johnson has been featured in dozens of media outlets across the world. Here are just a few.

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Who Is Dr. Johnson?

Dr. Ashanti Johnson is an international expert and highly accredited STEM speaker, profiled in Wikipedia, several STEM textbooks and various other publications. She is also one of the first African American female Chemical Oceanographers in the country. Her leadership experiences with non-profit organizations, universities and most recently as CEO and Founding Superintendent of Cirrus Academy, a state-wide STEAM charter school in GA has brought her around the world to Samoa, Fiji, Cook Islands, Bermuda, Cambodia, Brazil, Spain, China, Mexico, and several US government agencies, universities, international conferences and K-12 organizations.

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Keynote Presentations, Workshop Topics & Coaching Sessions

  • STEM Professional Development for Pre-K through University Educators
  • Women In STEM
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Faculty Recruitment, Promotion & Diversity
  • Professional Development of University Faculty & Administrators
  • Workplace & Career Empowerment
  • Professional Development of High School, Undergraduate & Graduate Students
  • Student & Early Career Mentoring
  • Also Offering Activities for Federal Programs Title I, II, IV, Special Education & IDEA Grants

What People Are Saying About Dr. Johnson

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“Dr. Ashanti was awesome! She was very informative. I wouldn’t mind having her at another workshop. It was a great experience, especially meeting great a leader of the community. I would like to extend my grateful thanks to her for making this possible. Hopefully my kids will get to meet her soon and be truly inspired as I was about her accomplishments.”

Roslyn Chaney, Owner/Director Future Scholars Childcare
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“It was an inspiration to have Dr. Ashanti Johnson present at Arlington DFW Childcare Providers Association’s STEM Conference 2015. Dr. Johnson provided me with a wealth of strategies and information to provide and keep young ladies (girls) interested in the fields of science, technology, and math. She is an excellent role model for our society today and a gifted teacher.”

Idella Williams , Owner/Certified Educator Higher Expectations Primary Learning Institute
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“Following Dr. Johnson’s engaging Broader Impacts workshop, faculty are now incorporating her innovative strategies into their Professional Identity plans; thereby expanding the university’s impact on scientific, academic and societal advancements.”

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“Dr. Johnson’s engaging and personalized workshop provided faculty with new perspectives on isolation and marginalization, and how these factors are strong motivators for underrepresented minorities to drive positive cultural change in academic environments. As a HSI and MSI, it is essential that our campus is proactive in inviting guest speakers, such as Dr. Johnson, to educate our educators on fostering inclusion and diversity among administration, faculty and staff. ”

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“There’s been nothing but positive feedback, and rave reviews in response to your keynote presentation. We were greatly influenced by the tips and advice that you shared with us. Your keynote presentation was true-to-life, uplifting and powerful. You had everyone captivated by you inspiring story. Your inspiring presentation will help us reach our mission to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential, excel in school, and follow their dreams. Our passion to educate, and encourage, our own children and the children we care for was refueled by you phenomenal message. Our conference attendees left feeling motivated, and energized. It was a great honor and privileged to have someone of your stature as a keynote speaker at my organization’s first annual “Full STEAM Ahead” Early Educators Conference! We are forever grateful. Please know you have made a lasting impact, and we would love to have you as a speaker at future events.”

Jerletha McDonald, Founder & CEO Arlington DFW Childcare Providers Association
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“Dr. Ashanti’s story inspires me to nourish my son’s dreams and aspirations. I too, was born and raised in Dallas (Oak Cliff). My parents were there for me but they never pushed education or encouraged me to pursue a certain career. I chose, on my own, to be different and being different meant going to college and get a degree in education. I was in Kindergarten & I remember I told my teacher (Ms. Totus) that I was going to take her job because she wasn’t teaching me anything. I have accomplished my dreams now I have to make sure the cycle continues with my son. He loves animals. When he was younger he always carried some type of animal around with him. He was always quoting facts and researching animals. We frequently visit aquariums, zoos, and any museum that has animals. I have noticed in the past few months the spark in his eye is not as shiny as it was before, pertaining to his love for animals. After hearing Dr. Ashanti speak I realized it’s my duty as a parent to awaken that desire in him and encourage him to aspire to be great & reach for those goals he set. Thank you Dr. Ashanti for placing that spark under me. I appreciate the unknowingly scolding..”

Jaime McCoy, M.Ed Owner/Director True Grace Family Learning Center

Dr. Johnson’s Honors

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Dr. Johnson’s World

Join Dr. Johnson as she shares some of her Speaking, Traveling and Teaching experiences throughout the world.

Read, Watch, Listen

In this section, we share with you some of Dr. Johnson’s Articles, Videos and Podcasts.

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Fox Soul The Book of Sean: A League of Their Own

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NPR Interview: Increasing Diversity in Geosciences

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Please contact us if you are interested in having Dr. Ashanti Johnson speak at your next Conference, Commencement, Convocation, Event or Lecture Session. You can also send us any questions you may have for Dr. Johnson.

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