Melina O'Grady, M.Ed.

Workshop Presentation Title

Making Space for What Matters: Increasing belonging and engagement in the classroom through micro-strategies for mental well-being

Biography

Melina O’Grady, M.Ed., is a consultant and trainer dedicating over 30 years to education and youth development. Her experience spans residential facilities, schools, arts organizations, and out-of-school programs. Melina specializes in supporting organizations at the individual and the systems level, focusing on trauma and resilience, equity, mindfulness and social-emotional development. A founder of Bay Area Teen Voices, she advocates for transformational learning environments that engage all learners. Melina holds a Master’s in Arts and Education from Harvard University and a Healing Centered Engagement certification from Flourish Agenda.