Jessica Lopez Collins (she/her)

As the New Mexico Program Director at Forward Together, Jessica supports the planning, implementation, and evaluation of leadership development, civic engagement, and communication strategies in the state. She enjoys work that places New Mexico families at the center of change and enjoys collaborating on resources and curricula that expand our knowledge and help us grow. Jessica brings nearly 20 years of experience working in nonprofits. Prior to joining Forward Together, Jessica spent twelve years at Media Literacy Project where she led a program for young women of color that centered on reproductive justice and video production, taught classes to middle and high school students, and delivered trainings across the country. Jessica has a heart for leadership development, organizational development, and creating beautiful resources that are accessible to communities. When not at work, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, reading nonfiction, and hiking in the mountains.