Dr. Jorie Jones embarked on her journey toward a medical career at the age of 12 when she was accepted into the Temple Minority Access to Research Careers program, founded by Dr. Moses Williams to promote diversity in the medical field. Participation in this program later led her to attend Temple University where she earned a BA in Anthropology in 2011. Graduating from Meharry Medical College in 2016, Dr. Jones pursued a career in General Surgery with the hopes of becoming a Pediatric Surgeon. Her training experience highlighted the prominence of gun violence amongst Black youth, compelling her to shift her focus toward primary care. Currently she is serving her community as a General Pediatrician in Washington D.C. Driven by her passion for social equity, Dr. Jones exemplifies an unwavering commitment to promoting scholarship, instilling self-confidence, and supporting healthy emotional development within the Black community.

Through her non- profit organization, Raising Risers, Dr. Jones hopes to provide children of all ages with the support and tools they need to become thriving leaders of the next generation.