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.

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.

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.