Building programs that truly help underrepresented communities can feel overwhelming, but listening to people with real-life experience makes it much easier. In this episode, Spencer Brooks sits down with Deena Pierott, the award-winning founder of iUrban Teen, to explore how her groundbreaking programs empower Black and Brown youth through STEM education, health research, and self-advocacy. Tune in to learn actionable strategies from Deena’s decades of experience that will help nonprofit leaders foster equity, inclusion, and meaningful change in the communities they serve.

About the guest

Deena Pierott, founder and Executive Director of iUrban Teen, is a trailblazer in advancing education and mentorship for at-risk youth, with a particular focus on African American males and other underserved groups. With over 20 years of experience in environmental science, workforce development, and DEI consulting, Deena has become a nationally recognized leader committed to bridging opportunity gaps through innovative STEM+Arts programming.

Resources

The Business Journals: https://www.bizjournals.com/
Dallas Innovates: https://dallasinnovates.com/
Philanthropy Today: https://www.philanthropy.com/newsletter/philanthropy-today
Google Alerts: https://www.google.ca/alerts

Contact Deena

Email: Deena@iurbanteen.org
iUrbanteen: https://iurbanteen.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinclusionist/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dpierott/
iUrbanteen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iurbanteen/