Diamond Perri' Nickelson, MSW

Program Coordinator, HRSA Project RETAIN

She/Her/Hers

Elk Place, Room 448
Diamond Nickelson

Biography

Diamond Perri’ Nickelson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Southern University and A&M College (Baton Rouge), her Masters in Social Work from Tulane University School of Social Work (New Orleans), and is currently a Doctorate of Social Work student at Tulane University School of Social Work (New Orleans). 

As the HRSA Program Coordinator, Diamond supports the daily operations of the Project RETAIN grant, which focuses on understanding healthcare workers self-care needs and developing models to address burnout while improving overall wellbeing.

Areas of Expertise

  • School Social Work
  • Wellness/Well-being

Education

  • MSW from Tulane University School of Social Work
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Southern University and A&M College

Highlights, Honors & Awards

  • Policy Fellowship (manuscript co-author) (2023) 
  • National Association of Social Workers Louisiana Conference Presenter (2024) 
  • Tulane Research, Innovation, and Creativity Summit storyboard presenter (2024) 
  • Workplace Change Collaborative storyboard presenter (2024) 
  • Top Researcher Award in Psychology (2017)

Selected News & Media

Community Involvement

  • Tulane University School of Social Work Alumni Board member 
  • New Orleans police Community Advisory Board, Vice President (7th District-New Orleans East) 
  • Junior Achievement of Greater New Orleans Board Member