About Us

Welcome to ACTION Maryland — a community-driven organization dedicated to transforming research into real-world impact.

Our mission is to build cohesive partnerships that allow health and wellness to be more accessible to those who need it most.

We take action through our core values of collaboration, integrity, education, and equity by connecting Maryland communities to the resources that support their needs.

‍ ‍transformation happens — . we have the power to advance . better outcomes for all.”

— Founder of ACTION Maryland

“When research meets reality,

“When research meets reality, transformation happens — we have the power to advance better outcomes for all.”

— Founder of ACTION Maryland

Meet the Founder

Meet Jalisa Bass — a professional consultant passionate about helping researchers, nonprofits, and educational institutions turn ideas into meaningful, lasting impact.

With a background in psychology and nonprofit management, she brings a strategic, people-centered approach to project management, program development, and community engagement.

Through her work at ACTION Maryland, she combines research, collaboration, and creativity to guide and support organizations in strengthening their programs, communicating their impact, and creating sustainable solutions that truly serve communities as intended.

When not working, you can usually find Jalisa exploring one of many local farmers markets, catching a theatre show, or binge-watching tv series with her cat. >.<

Our Story

Born in Baltimore. Built from Purpose. Guided by Impact.

Founded in 2025, during a time when trust in scientific evidence was critically challenged, ACTION Maryland was born from a simple conviction: research, knowledge, and community are powerful forces of change.

What began as a collection of passion projects has grown into a social enterprise supporting educators, researchers, and community leaders to transform ideas into sustainable, purposeful impact.

Our work is fueled by the dedicated hearts and minds of the people, organizations, and institutions invested in creating stronger communities. We believe meaningful, sustainable change is built together—through collaboration, shared knowledge, and a commitment to strive forward.

Ready to take action?

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