Meet Dr. Courtney Wright

 Author | Educational Leader | Nonprofit Strategist | Motivational Speaker

Dr. Courtney Wright is an educational leader, author, and social impact strategist whose work spans global classrooms, local communities, and national systems of change. Recently earning her Ph.D. in Educational Policy from the University of California, Santa Barbara, Courtney’s academic journey is a testament to resilience, vision, and an unshakable commitment to justice through education. Her dissertation research centers on environmental harm and systemic neglect in marginalized communities, reflecting her broader commitment to policy-driven reform and community healing.

Courtney is the author of Spiraling in Control, a powerful memoir that interweaves personal narrative with insight into the transformative potential of healing, self-awareness, and accountability. More than a book, Spiraling in Control serves as the foundation for a growing movement—offering workshops, school-based curriculum, and corporate training programs designed to bridge emotional literacy with leadership development.

Her dedication to healing extends far beyond the page. In Los Angeles, Courtney works directly with unhoused populations through her leadership with local nonprofit organizations focused on outreach, wellness, and sustainable support. Through program development, on-the-ground engagement, and grant writing, she has helped design systems that address both immediate needs and long-term recovery for people experiencing homelessness—emphasizing dignity, consistency, and relational care.

With over a decade of experience in educational leadership, Courtney has developed and led programming for private and public schools across the United States. From designing trauma-informed curriculum to training school administrators, she has become a trusted voice in educational innovation. Her expertise in curriculum development is rooted in a belief that content must be culturally relevant, emotionally responsive, and intellectually rigorous. She has built everything from early childhood pacing guides to STEM-based environmental education programs aligned with state and national standards.

Courtney’s work is deeply informed by her global teaching experience, having lived and taught in China, South Africa, and Japan. These international chapters of her life not only broadened her pedagogical lens, but also reinforced her belief that culturally immersive education fosters empathy, critical thinking, and adaptability—core values she integrates into every curriculum and professional development session she designs.

In the nonprofit sector, Courtney has led strategic growth and programming for several community-based organizations. She is known for building systems from the ground up—designing scalable programs, training staff, securing funding, and managing multi-stakeholder partnerships. Her grant writing and fundraising acumen have resulted in the successful acquisition of six-figure grants and state-level appropriations, fueling initiatives in early education, disaster relief, and literacy development.

Whether she’s crafting curriculum for emerging learners, supporting trauma-informed policy reform, or coordinating resource networks for unhoused individuals, Courtney approaches every project with a systems-thinking mindset and a heart for sustainable impact. Her leadership is grounded in empathy and execution—balancing bold ideas with real-world application.

Dr. Courtney Wright continues to write, speak, and build across sectors—inviting others into a future where education, healing, and equity are non-negotiable foundations for community transformation.