Jakeel R. Harris is an educator, community organizer, and spoken-word poet who tackles topics of social justice, leadership, and self-awareness. He is the Founder and CEO of Project SPEAKS, Inc. (501c3), through which he offers services as an Educational Consultant. Jakeel holds a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Counseling from California State University, Long Beach, and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology from Humboldt State University.  He also holds Associate of Arts degrees in Liberal Arts & Humanities and Psychology from MiraCosta Community College. 

EDUCATOR
Jakeel is a higher education professional with over a decade of experience serving in leadership roles within different student services departments and support programs across the CSU, UC, and California Community College systems. 

POET: Writer. Author. Performer.
Jakeel performs and writes spoken word poetry under the pseudonym SPEAKS, using personal narratives to discuss and address topics of race, identity, trauma and mental health. Harris uses his life experiences as a way to spark dialogue and promote vulnerability. SPEAKS is an acronym for Spreads Positivity Encourage Awareness Know Something, which is also the non-profit organization and movement he has founded.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZER
Through his non-profit, Project SPEAKS, Inc., Jakeel offers a variety of educational consulting services including: 

• Keynote Speeches and Presentations​

• Featured Poetry Performances 

• Workshop Facilitation 

As Founder and CEO of Project SPEAKS, Inc. (501c3), he uses his platform to portray and promote Blackness in a positive manner. He encourages all people, especially those who come from Black, Indigenous, or African ancestry, to connect to their cultural roots, embrace their identity, and build pride in who they are. His activism includes a strong focus on promoting and encouraging pro-Blackness, engaging in community restoration, and providing equitable resources to disadvantaged and underserved communities. ​​​