Dr. Jessica Goodkind

Photo: Professor, Sociology

Dr. Jessica Goodkind
Professor, Sociology

Dr. Jessica Goodkind conducts community-based mental health research in partnership with refugee and immigrant communities.

Dr. Jessica Goodkind conducts community-based mental health research in partnership with refugee and immigrant communities. Through the Refugee & Immigrant Well-Being Project at UNM, she brings together students and newcomer families to strengthen social connections, improve access to resources, and promote broader social change. Her work centers on shared decision-making, cultural humility, and building welcoming communities across New Mexico.