Leslie Brody

Dr. Leslie Brody is an educator and program manager with more than 20 years of experience in teaching and training, group facilitation, community building, and social impact initiatives. She has a B.A. in Sociology from Brandeis University; and an M.A./Ph.D. in Sociology, with specializations in Social Psychology, Gender Equity, and Social Justice. Leslie has worked with diverse audiences in many different settings, including higher education, non-profit organizations, and tech companies (including Google Health). Throughout her career, two guiding lights remain constant: a commitment to social impact and a passion for playing with art. Leslie’s current education practice centers around art and sustainability. She lives in the Bay Area, where she co-runs a makerspace, teaches classes on upcycled art, and pursues her own art practice focused on fiber arts, printmaking, and sustainability.