Jamoni Overby

Jamoni Overby is a dedicated community advocate, social impact strategist, and connector whose work is rooted in uplifting Black communities and advancing equity across Washington, DC and beyond. With a strong background in policy, community engagement, environmental justice, and experience curation. Jamoni has spent her career ensuring that historically marginalized voices are not only heard but centered in decision-making spaces.
As a community advocate, Jamoni has championed initiatives that connect residents to resources, address systemic barriers, and create community sustaining programs. Her work has included organizing large-scale events such as the Taking Nature Black Conference and Rooting DC, designing youth-focused climate justice programs, and amplifying Black students’ voices in national conversations on environmental solutions. Through her consulting and independent projects, she has helped grassroots organizations and nonprofits strengthen their capacity in grant writing, program design, and strategy, ensuring they can continue serving their communities effectively. Jamoni earned her Bachelor's at University of Maryland in Government & Politics and African American Studies, a certificate of Social Impact Strategy at University of Pennsylvania and currently earning her Master's in Social Innovation at University of San Diego.
Jamoni’s work is deeply personal, shaped by her lived experience as a fifth generation Washingtonian by way of Prince George’s County who understands the intersections of housing, health, environment, and culture. She is committed to protecting community, traditions, and rights and using her superpowers to help advance the experiences of the Black community and other disfavored communities.
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Type of financial relationship:There are no financial relationships to disclose.Date added:08/24/2026Date updated:08/24/2026

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