jxtheo (j-thee-o), also known as Jean (JT) Teodoro, is an environmentalist, internationalist, poet and educator. They create art to inspire proficiency in the language of revolutionary action. They were born in QC, Philippines, and raised in both QC & Unceded Ramaytush Ohlone Land (San Francisco, CA). They began Bayanihan Boxing – a program with a holistic approach to training in the sweet science. They are a vocalist of the hip-hop and rock band Boondock Squad. They co-produce a justice-oriented monthly open mic series called OddVerse, every final Sunday at Medicine for Nightmares bookstore. They have also worked as an instructor in Filipino language, social sciences and creative writing. They are honored to have recently joined the School for Liberating Education as a Curriculum Developer.

Their debut publication, a graphic poetry book titled ‘Paper Trail of FREEDOM’, is scheduled for official release in the Summer of 2024. Orders are available now!

jxtheo@gmail.com