Ortavia Jackson, born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. She acquired a Bachelors Degree in Human Biology from the State University of New York at Albany. She is a Nuclear Medicine Technologist by profession but considers herself a Poet by Life. She currently attends Christian Cultural Center under the leadership of Dr. A. R. Bernard.

Her inspiration to write is, “Life” itself. Her life, the next generation, co-workers, friends, strangers, etc., Life is a story to be told. She addresses peoples character by bringing her writing to there level of thinking, what they love to do, aspire to become, things they don’t understand, etc. In other words she feels that in order for one, to be interested in something, they must somehow be able to relate to it or understand it. And if they can relate, it will empower them, motivates them, and assures them that they are not alone in this journey.

Ortavia also known as Wisdom, is a poet who stands on her motto…”A Natural Flow with a Spiritual Twist”, because she believes that for every Natural occurrence in Life, there is a Spiritual influence.

She goes by the name Wisdom because her mission is to convey to the masses that; You will never experience the true value of LIFE unless you approach it BY seeking WISDOM…the WISDOM of God not the rationalization of man.

Ortavia has been writing poetry for over 12 years, she has recited/ministered her poetry at multiple church services, youth cafes, woman’s conferences, juvenile detention centers, deaf association, fundraiser's, and choir anniversaries. She has broadened her ministry to conducting poetry workshops, various open mic venues, street fairs, and colleges for motivational speaking. She has also submitted her works in various anthologies, one specifically for a fundraiser to help the Hurricane Katrina victims, book is entitled; The Lion Speaks, she was also posted on the cover of the online magazine; Open Mic as the poet of the month and she is now a member of Poetry in the Light Organization.

Ortavia has self published her own book of poetry entitled; Divine Destiny: through a journey called Life, in June 2005. She is now in the process of publishing her second manuscript, Life By Wisdom: Poetry for your Body, Soul, Spirit. She is a mentor too many in the local community and churches.

Ortavia’s goal is to see people make decision based on the knowledge they obtain, the wisdom they apply and not their circumstances. Also to save souls, motivate the youth who love to express themselves in writing, to step out and do it because even the youth need to be heard.

"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge but fools despise Wisdom and instruction."
Proverbs 1:7