Joan Jeffri

Joan Jeffri is a respected American scholar and researcher known for her work in arts, health, and aging. She specializes in studying how engaging in the arts can promote mental well-being and quality of life, especially among older adults. As the Director of the Research Center at the Brooklyn Museum and a faculty member at Columbia University, she has contributed valuable insights into the importance of creative activity for health, social connection, and lifelong learning. Her work helps inform policies and programs that support aging populations through artistic and cultural engagement.