Meet our founder
Naqibah has worked in public education and health institutions for 15+ years. She has direct experience in racial equity projects within private companies, public school systems, volunteer organizations, and HR departments. Naqibah has extensive knowledge of trauma-informed and holistic wellness practices, and a deep connection to personal growth and development work. At Canopy, Naqibah brings her intersectional lived experiences and relationship building skills into her role as coach and facilitator. She infuses healing, community care, and self-care practices as she facilitates affinity spaces, DEI committees and other teams, and focus groups. Naqibah holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services from Springfield College.
Building a just and anti-racist world through relationships, creative processes, and love.
Canopy’s approach is rooted in a deep understanding of how racism and bias manifests. We equitably center these voices throughout our education, relationship building, and long-term planning to re-imagine how organizations function and to create sustainable change.