Nikki Ummel

Nikki Ummel is an accomplished educator and co-founder of lmnl lit, an arts organization in New Orleans dedicated to fostering community connections through various literary initiatives. With a strong academic background, including multiple degrees in education and creative writing, Nikki currently serves as an English Instructor at Xavier University of Louisiana, where the focus is on health disparities and the impacts of medical discrimination. Previous roles include communications consultant for the Young Leadership Council and communications coordinator for First Tee — Greater New Orleans. Nikki also has extensive teaching experience across various educational institutions, emphasizing literacy and educational equity, alongside contributions to the organizing efforts for community engagement in New Orleans.