Speaker's Profile

Alexandra Miles is the Founder and Executive Director of PROJECT BLACKBIRD Inc., a national nonprofit dedicated to destigmatizing youth mental health and expanding access to care through storytelling, education, and community partnerships. Through school programs, panel discussions, and digital initiatives featuring athletes, entertainers, and mental health experts, PROJECT BLACKBIRD connects students with resources and funds therapy access for young people in need.Under her leadership, the organization has partnered with leading mental health institutions, professional athletes, policymakers, and digital health innovators to bring mental health programming to K-12 schools, universities, and communities nationwide. PROJECT BLACKBIRD is currently expanding a national initiative focused on supporting student mental health across Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).