Panelist
Robin Force Counts (she/her)

Born into a time and place where multiple forms of diversity and difference were “normal and normalized”, Robin Counts (She/Her) is a white-bodied cis-gendered female-identified facilitator and researcher with un-ending curiosity about the human experience and anti-oppression.
Early in Robin’s life, Robin was shaped by soul-satisfying 80s and 90s hip hop, which led her to attain a degree in Peace Studies and Restorative Justice in Namibia in 1994, during their second democratic election. Since then, Robin’s work has included 24 years in the technology sector, social services in support of youth and creativity, writing for a hip hop magazine, living on multiple continents and contexts, and welding metal as an artist.
Most recently, Robin’s research on the Anti-Oppression journey was foundational to LTHJ Global’s mission. This body of work supports each of us to identify our own I and We-work so that we can progress toward collective liberation.
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Heliana Ramirez (she/her)

Heliana Ramirez, PhD, LISW (she/her) is a racial and LGBTQ+ trauma researcher and clinician. Her company Hostile Workplace Recovery, LLC addresses racial battle fatigue, LGBTQ+ stress, employee self-defense, and work trauma recovery.
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Jaya Mallik (she/her)

An experienced DEIB practitioner and educator, Jaya Mallik centers her practice on community engagement, data-informed insights, and empowering others to lead and innovate. She is especially passionate about ensuring equal access and opportunities for women of color and other underrepresented identities.
Prior to launching Jaya Mallik Coaching & Consulting, Jaya led DEI efforts at Meta, Amazon, and Tandem Diabetes Care with a focus on the tech industry. As an expert in Learning & Development and K-12 education, Jaya is well-versed in teaching complex concepts to diverse audiences to ensure comprehension, connection, and action.
Jaya believes in a modern education for everyone — free from perfectionism, shame, or blame. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her two children, partner, and dogs exploring the outdoors, drinking lots of coffee, and watching ghost shows with her friends.
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Unlearning Indigenous People Are Extinct
There is a widespread misconception that Native Americans and other indigenous people and cultures are relics of the past. While colonialism and other forms of oppression deeply impacted indigenous people, Native people and culture still thrive today.
Time & Location
Oct 02, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM PDT
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86944323159
About the event
Join us for the next in our series of groundbreaking virtual events, "Unlearning Indigenous People Are Extinct," part of LTHJ Global's transformative Unlearning series. This month’s panel features Native and Indigenous creators, artists, entertainers, and professionals as they explore the ongoing struggle against cultural erasure and the powerful ways their communities are breaking systemic cycles.
In a nation built upon land theft and the myth of Native extinction, it's crucial to recognize that Native Americans are not relics of the past, but vibrant members of our present-day society. By examining our assumptions, challenging systemic power, and centering Indigenous knowledge and leadership, we can work towards a more just and inclusive future.
This event is not just about visibility—it's about creating space for Native American communities to thrive, lead, and shape the narrative of America's past, present, and future.
Join us in this important conversation as we explore the power of…