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About Me
Jesenia pronounced Jes-N-EE-Ya (she/any)
I am a dedicated community facilitator and builder, specializing in serving nonprofits and community-focused organizations. At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to fostering meaningful connections, igniting engagement, and driving positive change. As a seasoned event host and engagement expert, I understand the unique challenges and opportunities your organization faces.
My approach is rooted in anti-racism, decolonizing, disability justice, and accessible design. I specialize in helping individuals by providing ideas, encouragement, guidance, and a passion for supporting them as they navigate through challenging situations. In our consultation we will delve into overcoming your obstacles. My goal is to help you find solutions so that you can move forward with confidence and purpose.
Visual Description: Photo of Jesenia at a marble desk sitting in front of a window, set in a brick wall. At the desk Jesenia is writing in a notebook, a yellow Indigenous Print coffee mug next to her and a laptop and mouse are on the desk as well. The laptop has a sticker that reads "Y'all means All". There is a palm plant next to the desk and a city skyline visible through the window. It is early afternoon. Jesenia is an indigenous woman with a red faux hawk in a twist, wearing pink glasses, gold medallion earrings and pink lipstick with a cream colored blouse.
Solidarity Pricing
I operate on a radical generosity model that allows you to pay what you can afford.
The first 15 minutes are free. The first meeting can be extended for an additional 15-30 minutes, for a fee.
If you need sliding scale for any of my offerings you can request them here.
Support My Work
Donations support my efforts to provide services to low-income & historically marginalized clients!
If you would like to make a donation to support my work you can make a one time donation with Buy Me a Coffee or become a monthly sponsor on Patreon.
Identities & Lived Experience
As a Queer, Neurodiverse, and Indigenous individual, I bring a unique perspective to foster intersectional inclusivity and acceptance. I advocate for equity and empowerment. As a Fem-Woman and First Generation child of immigrant parents, I strive to break barriers and create a more inclusive world. My background is in Biochemistry, Marine Biology, Visual Arts, Data Analytics & Visualization, Communications, DEI employee networks, as well as Neurodiversity & Disability Advocacy, and Online Community building and engagement. Explore my Bio Page to learn more about my journey!
Visual Description: Photo of Jesenia at a marble desk sitting in front of a window, set in a brick wall. At the desk Jesenia is clasping her hands together under her chin in front of a laptop and mouse. It is early afternoon with sun coming through the window. Jesenia is an indigenous woman with a red faux hawk in a twist, wearing pink glasses, gold red native earrings and red lipstick with a grey ruffle neck blouse.
Current Projects
Appearances
Workshops
- Creating Neuro-Affirming Spaces Workshop for the University of Michigan
- Long Warf Theater Accessibility Workshop
- Fresh Meat Access Workshop
- Access Doula Workshop
- Inclusive Theater Festival
Community Collaborations
- Virtual Protest
- Voices on the Ground
- Hybrid Events with BPOC
- Quarantine Residency
- Accessible Virtual Online Pride
Podcasts
- Latinas Be Like Us (coming soon)
- Hacking Hypermobility Podcast S 2
- Beyond Deconstructing Podcast S 2
- Deconstructing Neuro Podcast S 1
- Hacking Hypermobility Lives
- Interview with Yale Autism Community
Conferences
- Upcoming: Divergent For Community
- U.S. Gender & Sexual Reproduction Alliance Convening
- Stanford Neurodiversity Summit
Awards
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Articles
- Emerge Fellowship Experience
- CanvasRebel! Magazine Spotlight
- Medium: U.S. Gender & Disability Justice Alliance: 2024 Convening
- Hybrid Collaboration BPOC & OFC
- Diversity in Disability Stock Photos
- Jesenia’s Quarantine Residency Experience
- Requesting Accessibility for Out-In-Tech local event
- Conflict to Connection Workbook & Workshop
- Empower Autistic and Neurodivergent Adults to Thrive and Innovate
- Mutual Aid in Building Businesses: Empowering Marginalized Entrepreneurs
- Building Businesses with an Anti-Capitalist Focus
- Distracted or Disrespectful: Perceptions of Autistic Women of Color in the Workplace
- One Free Community: A Glimpse into a Future Made Possible
- Unlocking the Potential of Your Voice: Embracing Vulnerability in Content Creation
- Bartering versus Mutual Aid: Which is Better for Your Community?
- OFC Discord Guidelines
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Collaborators
Online Content Creators Collective
Testimonials
Shirley
I can't speak highly enough about Jesenia, the resume and LinkedIn optimization coaching I received was great! Their guidance supercharged my LinkedIn networking, I've witnessed a surge in job application views and have forged some industry connections. Their coaching has been a game-changer, propelling me closer to my career aspirations.
Yadir
Jesenia has the rare ability to make things happen, either through her direct efforts or through empowering others to take action. Through her contributions to OneFreeCommunity I have had opportunities to practice my unique skills, and grow my business. Jesenia's honest and kind demeanor has made her incredibly easy to work with even when energies run low. I look forward to working with her more in the future.
AhShah
Skilled community builder and organizer. A natural at creating welcoming environments, building trust, assessing the passions of individuals, and calling hearts closer together to realize justice. I'm blessed to have witnessed Jesenia's genius at work. They conspire toward new structures, with vulnerability and grit. A fighter who brings out the fight in me.
Contact Me
Jesenia
@NeuroSpicyNetworking
NeuroSpicyNetworking@gmail.com
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