Morgan McDonough joined JT in August 2021 with a background in political campaigning, public education teaching, and education policy. He now brings his experience to various JT projects working on issues such as youth empowerment, environment, public health, community development and public infrastructure.

From county-wide health departments to small NGOs, Morgan has worked with clients to expand the dialogue about mental health, COVID-19 vaccinations and equity-centered decision-making. 

 For example, Morgan worked with Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago leadership to bring attention to the organization’s Rusu-McCartin club as it broke ground in Spring 2022. His tenacity for storytelling and pitching has led to successful stories in small and large print, broadcast and radio outlets across the city for both BGCC and similar organizations on the South and West Sides. in political science and secondary education in 2020. He comes with communications and digital experience from state-wide and local campaigns. Morgan’s love for educational equity and policy led him to the Education and Youth team at the Nashville Mayor’s Office, and eventually into teaching elementary, middle, and high school students.

He worked closely with The Chicago Department of Public Health to ensure all Chicagoans are in-the-know about important health news taking place in Chicago’s communities.

Building on his background in civic education, Morgan, led a national journalism competition for high school students looking to report on systemic change strategies taking place in their communities in partnership with the National Scholastic Press Association.

Additionally, Morgan brings his digital expertise to the table by creating exciting visual and online content for clients including flyers, social and website content and video production.

 Morgan graduated from Belmont University with a Bachelor of the Arts in political science and secondary education.