Charlie works as the Community Justice Manager at Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger and previously worked in policy advocacy focused on healthcare and food access through legislative and administrative advocacy. They also recently graduated from the University of Colorado, Denver with a Master of Public Administration Degree. Their true passion lies in community engagement and community-driven efforts to affect systems change at local and state levels. Their experience in Panama as an environmental health specialist with the Peace Corps sparked their passion for community engagement. After returning from Panama, Charlie began working directly with unhoused individuals and developed a strong sense of trauma-informed practices. Charlie is a queer, trans person who loves performing improv, curling up with a novel, and hiking and camping with their dog.

Dr. Shere Walker-Ravenell is a dedicated community leader, educator, and advocate for equity and justice. As the founder of Black Parents United Foundation/Brown Parents United Foundation (BPUF), and WIN Empowerment Consulting by Dr. Shere, she works tirelessly to support grassroots organizations, businesses, and communities in overcoming systemic barriers. With over 20 years in the nonprofit sector and 15 years as an educator, Dr. Walker-Ravenell brings expertise in strategic planning, program development, and leadership training. Her commitment to environmental justice, health equity, and youth empowerment has positioned her as a vital force in advocating for marginalized communities - specifically black, brown, and low income communities. Through BPUF, she leads initiatives that address air and water quality, public health, and policy advocacy, ensuring that Black families and other underrepresented groups have access to essential resources and a voice in decision-making processes. As a Black woman and community leader, Dr. Walker-Ravenell’s work is deeply rooted in her lived experiences and unwavering commitment to social justice. Her leadership extends beyond education and advocacy—she fosters meaningful collaborations with policymakers, institutions, and local organizations to create lasting change. Under her guidance, BPUF has strengthened partnerships with government agencies, health professionals, and community leaders to drive impactful programs, from youth public comment training to environmental monitoring projects. Whether through mobilizing resources for families, advocating for policy reforms, or mentoring emerging leaders, Dr. Walker-Ravenell embodies the resilience and vision necessary to uplift and empower historically marginalized and disproportionately communities.

Jerreed D. Ivanich, PhD, is an assistant professor in the Colorado School of Public Health at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and is part of the Centers for American Indian & Alaska Native Health. Dr. Ivanich also serves as the director of the Certificate in American Indian & Alaska Native Health program. He is a member of the Metlakatla Indian Community which is located in Southeast Alaska. Prior to his employment with the Colorado School of Public Health, Dr. Ivanich completed a postdoc at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health as a Johns Hopkins Provost Postdoc Fellow. His academic training has been multidisciplinary as he received his PhD in Sociology, MS in Criminology and Criminal Justice, and his BS in Criminal Justice. Though his training is multidisciplinary, his dedication has remained steadfast to improving the wellbeing of American Indian and Alaska Native people. His work meets at the intersections of prevention science, social network analysis, and adolescent health. Through community-based participatory research, Dr. Ivanich aims to take the knowledge and strengths of communities and put them in dialogue with the broader research field to improve public health and advance scientific methods.

She has demonstrated servant leadership for over 14 years, with experience in clinical therapy, child welfare, college academia, victim advocacy, Alzheimer's Disease and Related dementia, equity strategy, and domestic violence prevention. Throughout her experiences, she has demonstrated a passion for creating a place of belonging for all individuals through advocacy and systemic changes. She believes individuals should be included in the decisions that impact them. Meladie continues to do this work because she cares about people - wanting them to feel seen, celebrated, and included.