Richard Williams

Richard Williams is an accomplished professional specializing in education and community leadership. Currently serving as an Arthur A. Schomburg Fellow at the University at Buffalo Graduate School of Education, Williams conducts research at the Center for K-12 Black History and Racial Literacy Education. As a Leadership Fellow at the IFS Institute, Williams participates in leadership development and mentoring while enhancing community contributions. With extensive experience, including roles as an adjunct professor at American University, a manager for individualized support services, and a behavior specialist, Williams has demonstrated a commitment to supporting students with emotional and behavioral challenges. Additionally, Williams founded the Human Experience Project to foster global community connections, and has provided valuable insights as a reviewer for the Journal of Negro Education and commentator for the Council for Exceptional Children. Academic credentials include a Master of Arts in Exceptional Education from Clark Atlanta University and a Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction from the University at Buffalo.