Misha N. Inniss-Thompson

Misha N. Inniss-Thompson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences. Her work focuses on educational and social policies affecting Black girls through methodological frameworks like photovoice and youth participatory action research.

• Doctorate from Vanderbilt University's Community Research and Action program
• Bachelor's degree from Cornell's Human Development department

Research Interests

• Protective processes against racial discrimination's impact on Black girls' mental health
• Social contexts influencing psychological wellness during adolescence
• Epistemological spaces for Black girls' developmental support

Recent publications demonstrate expertise in school discipline disparities, racial socialization, and cultural-asset approaches to youth wellness.

• Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Scholar