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Jennifer C. King, PhD is the President and Founder of Dysgraphia Life as well as an expert speaker, research scientist, family member to people with learning disabilities in written expression, and vocal advocate. She founded Dysgraphia Life to raise awareness of dysgraphia while providing information, support, and resources to people with writing difficulties and their loved ones. Dr. King has co-authored a book on Dysgraphia IEPs along with over twenty scientific publications. She received a PhD in Biology from MIT and a BS from Duke and uses her scientific background to launch initiatives to build research capacity in the dysgraphia community. Currently, she is the Principal Investigator for the “Building Capacity for Patient Centered Outcomes Research in the Dysgraphia Community” project funded by the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). Dr. King has spent two decades in oncology research and advocacy where she became a sought-after expert appearing in major media outlets, presenting globally, and advising influential organizations. She is now using those skills to improve the lives of people with writing difficulties.

Amy Copeland, MPH is a member of the Dysgraphia Life Board of Directors and is an independent consultant specializing in strategic planning, program management, and resource development for mission-driven organizations. She has over 20 years of experience working in public health and healthcare. Ms. Copeland received her MPH from The George Washington University, Milken Institute School of Public Health, a BA in Sociology from The College of William and Mary, and an executive certificate in nonprofit management from Georgetown University, McCourt School of Public Policy.