Biography
Tiffony Jacobs co-authored the #1 New York Times bestselling book The Freedom Writers Diary with 149 classmates, then graduated from Wilson High School in 1998, and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Training and Development from California State University, Long Beach in 2006.
After the book turned into a movie featuring Hilary Swank, Freedom Writers (2007) Tiffony went on to organize and facilitate Freedom Writer Teacher workshops to bring social-emotional learning and diversity into schools and classrooms using the Freedom Writers Diary. Tiffony is currently an inspirational speaker and financial educator; helping audiences to overcome their adversities and achieve success through financial literacy.
Previous speaker events include...
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Teacher conferences
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Student focused classrooms & assemblies
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Superintendent professional development
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Video chats
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Juvenile court schools
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Outreach programs & many more...
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Diamond Davis
Community Liason
I knew Tiffony was a great speaker from our interactions but when she came to our school graduation and delivered a speech, we were blown away. It was so on topic and resignated with every single person in the room from student to parent to faculty. My Principal stated that this was the best guest speaker speech we have had yet; I couldn't agree with her more. Tiffony nailed it!
Barrie McIntyre
Middle School Teacher
In the midst of a global crisis, Tiffony took the time to virtually visit the Middle School students at our school in Western Queens, New York, an area that has been hit especially hard by the pandemic. For one hour, 30 students were captivated by Tiffony's uplifting story of perseverance against adversity. Tiffony's words were the uplifting message our students needed to hear during this time. Not only were they uplifted, they also were able to draw deep and meaningful connections between Tiffony's stories and their own lives and work they have done throughout the school year. Her message was one that will remain with our students. We can't wait to have her with us again soon!
Lori Ortell
CAEOP Coordinator
What can I say! Wow. What a strong, courageous and beautiful person you are! I cannot thank you enough for coming to our 66th annual CAEOP Conference. Your presentation inspired all of us; perhaps to look a little closer, listen a little better and love stronger, not only in our personal lives but in the lives of the students we serve everyday! We were blessed to have you. Thanks so much for sharing.