Dr. James Bell III

Equity Strategist, social innovator & ​podcast host

Dr. James Bell III is the Founding Principal of Just Solutions LLC. We serve to provide services and to be of service to our partners. We seek to equip and empower institutions with the resources and training to reimagine systems through diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, and organizational strategy.

We want to assist you to create conditions that will change the world.

Meet Dr. James Bell III

Dr. Bell has developed a practice and research trajectory ​in health disparities and inequities, emphasizing the policy ​context and health outcomes of African Americans. He has ​been able to pursue and lead projects to advance equity in ​both the public and non-profit sectors. James has been ​recognized as a thought leader in the areas of health ​inequities and disparities, social justice, and social ​innovation. He has presented broadly on these topics and ​his passion for this work is evident in his personal, ​academic and professional life.

James earned his bachelor’s in psychology and Master of ​Social Work from Michigan State University. He recently ​earned his Doctor of Social Work degree from the ​University of Southern California with a focus on the ​intersection of race, racism, and health.

Equity Matters ​Podcast

The Equity Matters Podcast is a collection of voices ​amplified, sharing in the struggle for social justice ​and thriving for equity in all sectors.

Our Services

Training and workshop ​development

We provide training, capacity building and ​leadership development resources to ​individuals and institutions interested in ​addressing systemic inequities.

keynotes and speaking ​engagements

Dr. Bell recognizes the power of our stories, ​our voices, and our lessons to motivate and ​inspire others while maximizing outcomes.

facilitation and strategic ​planning

We work with organizations to center equity ​while thinking long-term about the primary ​goals for business, potential impacts to ​community and developing metrics for ​success.

Brothas in Social Work ​Collective

The Brothas in Social Work Collective is an ​effort between three Black, social workers ​and podcasters who are committed to ​delivering in-depth knowledge, challenging ​the status quo of professional social work.

Speaker topics

Anti-Racism

Career Development

Creativity and Innovation

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Entrepreneurship

Managing Burnout

Mental Health and Wellness

Podcasting

Racial Equity

Social Justice

Christopher scott, msw, cswa

Christopher Scott is a social worker born and raised in ​Portland, Oregon. He has had many roles in his social work ​career, but his expertise and focus are on working with ​young men of color. Christopher started the Hip Hop ​Social Work podcast in 2018 to help navigate the social ​work field and his own career path. He recently ​transitioned to practicing school social work where he ​thrives from building authentic relationships with students, ​faculty, and community partners. He earned his Bachelor ​of Social Sciences from Western Oregon University and a ​Master of Social Work from Portland State University.

Gary T. Taylor, LCSW

Gary T. Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and ​published author with two books, You Good Fam?" and ​"Mental Health Keys". He has nearly a decade of ​experience in both social work and mental health and ​recently expanded his work to private practice focuses on ​African American Men, stress management, and mental ​health and wellness. Gary is also the host of the ​Everybody, Relax Podcast. He holds a Bachelor of ​Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University and a ​Master of Social Work from George Mason University.

Continuing Education

Just Solutions has partnered with Cummings Graduate ​Institute to provide new continuing education webinars ​on the topics of diversity, equity, and cultural ​competency in healthcare.

The first collaborative webinar series is now available ​and features Authentic Community Relationships: From ​Outreach to Engagement and Understanding and ​Mitigating Implicit Bias.

Featured Project

Happy Pride Month, everyone! 🏳️‍🌈

As we commemorate this month of love, acceptance, and LGBTQ+ rights, I am excited to share a valuable resource that bridges the worlds of facilitation, #antiracism, and #intersectionality.

During this Pride Month (and everyday for that matter), it is essential to acknowledge that the struggle for #LGBTQ+ rights intersects with other forms of oppression

Let's continue to educate ourselves, engage in meaningful conversations, and strive for equity and justice in all aspects of our work.

Click the image to download the FREE resource.

Clients & Partners

Testimonials

Thank you for presenting and sharing your ​insight and knowledge with us! I really ​appreciated your presentation style along ​with your review of advocacy concepts with ​a critical thoughtful lens. Your discussion ​allowed for further reflection into my own ​work.

Thanks again!

Audience Member

Eastern Michigan University

Necessary content that is often avoided in ​the profession... Dr. Bell did a wonderful job ​being very clear about exactly what he was ​calling out and who he was calling in. So ​important.

Workshop Participant

Michigan State University

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