Denique “Neeky” Dennis

Denique “Neeky” Dennis has an unwavering commitment to fostering equitable, inclusive, and vital communities. Her most notable professional pursuits have been in the areas of violence prevention/intervention, collective impact facilitation, and asset-based community development. She especially enjoys fostering the collective efficacy and franchise of communities to envision, co-create, and sustain development efforts. To accomplish this, she takes an appreciative inquiry approach which recognizes and includes members of both formal and informal sectors. She encourages innovation and transformation by leaning into the “what ifs” and “why nots”, and champions inclusion by constantly questioning whose interest is or is not represented at decision-making tables.

Outside of work, Neeky can be found serving as the Board President for the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence, gardening, or hosting impromptu gatherings of her family and friends.