Jhmira Latrice Alexander, MPA

President, Executive Director, and Media Educator in Chicago

Hi! I'm Jhmira Alexander and I'm a strategist and nonprofit executive with deep expertise in fundraising, financial sustainability, and organizational development.

I accept a limited number of engagements annually. Let's connect to explore your project and its possibilities!

An entrepreneur turned intrapreneur, I'm known for centering community voice through collaboration and I believe in building sustainable change alongside those most impacted.

With nearly 20 years of experience leading mission-driven organizations, I partner with nonprofits, philanthropic collaboratives, and independent media groups to build resilient revenue strategies and sustainable growth models. I bring clarity to complexity, working alongside leadership teams to navigate transitions, strengthen infrastructure, and reimagine funding ecosystems. I'm a trained journalist who cultivates diverse stakeholder groups to establish and ensure the success of cross functional teams.

Currently, I serve as the President and Executive Director of Public Narrative, a Chicago-based nonprofit committed to supporting narrative change and community-oriented journalism for over 35 years. In 2024, Public Narrative became the administrator of the Chicago Independent Media Alliance (CIMA), a powerful collective that amplifies and supports the city’s independent media ecosystem.

I'm a passionate advocate for inclusive storytelling, social justice, and the empowerment of marginalized voices. I thrive on helping leaders build, with confidence, from a place of integrity and purpose toward long-term, sustainable impact. Whether leading innovative journalism projects or steering initiatives that strengthen communities, I remain driven by the belief that narrative change is a catalyst for inspiring action and creating desired outcomes.

I have led projects for the Chicago Police Department, the Obama Foundation’s My Brother’s Keeper Alliance (Chicago), Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine and Medill School of Journalism, Media & Integrated Marketing Communications.

I'm a podcast host and speaker covering various topics affecting health, safety and education on platforms held by the Int'l Association of Chiefs of Police, the Management Information Exchange, Council of the Great City Schools and the Association for Clinical Translational Science.

I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Broadcast Communications, Master of Public Administration and am a certified Ambassador of Trauma Informed Care.

  • Education
    • Bradley University
    • Strayer University
Testimonials
Jhmira has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to creating positive change in society through their insightful speeches and effective leadership. Her ability to captivate and inspire audiences is truly remarkable. Staff were engaged and motivated to take action towards achieving social impact. Jhmira’s ability to distill complex concepts into relatable and understandable content made their presentations both informative and accessible to diverse audiences."
Kalynn Dunn formerly of Caris Pregnancy Counseling and Resources
Jhmira was a guest speaker at a professional development conference I held in Chicago in July for urban school communicators across the nation. She was a great speaker and was very motivational and the conferees really enjoyed what she had to say. She was also great to work with beforehand and I would definitely recommend Jhmira as a speaker."
Tonya Harris of the Council of the Great City Schools
Jhmira Alexander has been a tremendous asset to the Chicago Police Department's Youth District Advisory Council (YDAC) Summer Leadership Institute. Her acumen for public engagement and project management is unmatched. She is a credible messenger who has helped to enrich the lives of young people by providing them with many opportunities for positive community engagement and personal and professional growth. She would be a tremendous asset to any organization or project."
Edward Stanford of the Chicago Police Department
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