About Me

Dr. Megan Jordan (aka Dr. Meg) is a Southern, self-taught artist who operates at the intersection of art, social justice, and research in Nashville, TN by way of Huntsville, AL. With a PhD in Sociology from Vanderbilt University, Dr. Meg is a National Award-Winning multidisciplinary artist, community organizer, and researcher. Her creative practice centers on whimsy, imagination, wellbeing, and the interconnectedness of all people, weaving these elements together to explore themes of justice, healing, and collective action.

Dr. Meg uses art as a tool to tell stories that engage communities in collective problem-solving, and her work is deeply rooted in the belief that creativity can drive social change. She has exhibited her artwork at notable venues such as the United Nations COP27 in Egypt, the Nashville International Airport (BNA), the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), Black Lives Matter Nashville (2020), and Planned Parenthood of Tennessee (2021), among others. Her work seeks to respond to this precarious moment in time, spotlighting stories of hope and resilience while making art accessible to all.

In addition to her art, Dr. Meg consults with city governments, facilitates community workshops, and teaches, using research and creative expression as tools for social impact. She has been recognized with fellowships from prestigious foundations, including the 2021 Tanne Foundation National Award, the 2023 W.K. Kellogg Foundation Fellowship, and the 2022 Soho House Creative Futures Collective Fellowship.

Dr. Meg's overarching goals are to amplify marginalized voices, create spaces for healing, and foster deep, collaborative engagement around issues of social justice and environmental change. Whether through her artwork, research, or community organizing, Dr. Meg continues to create impactful, accessible art that invites others to reimagine a more equitable world.