Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community

Joshua Colangelo-Bryan is Special Counsel at Human Rights First, where he spearheads impact litigation and advocacy efforts to uphold democratic principles and support human rights defenders globally. Beyond representing Guantanamo detainees, he has sued Turkey for assaulting peaceful protestors in Washington, D.C., the Trump administration for attempting to deport a college student based on her protest activity, and a U.S. pastor who fomented legislation in Uganda criminalizing the LGBTQI community. Josh has conducted human-rights investigations in countries such as Yemen, Syria, and Bahrain.

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Mollie Crittenden is a certified transformational life coach, educator, and seasoned facilitator of racial justice work with white people, bringing over 25 years of experience to the path of collective liberation and equity. Her work centers on inner healing and conscious expansion, guiding others to live with a greater purpose, clarity, compassion, and alignment. Deeply connected to the natural world, Mollie’s presence is grounded, loving, and intentional—creating space for transformation that is both courageous and nurturing. Her approach empowers individuals to find balance, deepen self-awareness, and step into their fullest expression. 

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Heather Rovet is a Toronto-based real estate professional, author-in-progress, and public advocate known for her resilience and her commitment to empowering women impacted by manipulation and abuse.

Her life changed when she became involved with a charming, calculated con artist — a man later exposed in the Amazon Prime documentary ROMCON: Who the F**k Is Jason Porter?. Through uncovering the truth, Heather gained an unfiltered look into how emotional predators weaponize trust, distort reality, and even manipulate the criminal justice system to evade accountability. Instead of retreating, she stepped into advocacy, offering clarity and courage to others facing similar harm.

Today, Heather blends her professional background with lived expertise to speak about love-bombing, coercive control, digital-age deception, and the often overwhelming experience of navigating justice as a victim. She is currently writing her first book, which blends memoir and psychology to illuminate how manipulation happens — and how to reclaim your power on the other side.

Her mission is to ensure that no woman feels alone, ashamed, or powerless in the wake of manipulation — and to empower others to trust their instincts, reclaim their voice, and rebuild from a place of strength. She lives in Toronto with her rescue dog, Tommy, whose spirited Cairo origins remind her daily of resilience and second chances.

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Peter Gunn is a U.S. Air Force veteran, avid bodybuilder, coffee connoisseur, lead guitarist for the international band The Angellics, and a poet dedicated to reviving the epic literary traditions of the past. His life has been shaped by defining experiences—from a childhood near-death encounter at age seven to navigating morbid obesity and serving as an altar boy, where he began to notice the shortcomings within the Roman Catholic Church.

After honorably serving 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, Peter became a father in 2010, which ignited his passion for introducing his daughter to classic poetry. Recognizing the absence of feminine representation within the traditional hero’s journey, he began writing The Amazons and developed LLP (Linked-Lyrical-Poetry), a modern poetic form that brings new energy to epic storytelling.

When the Covid-19 pandemic hit in 2020, Peter felt called to create the Sigma Squad graphic novel series—an accessible, visually driven narrative inspired by ancient Gnostic Gospels and aimed at awakening readers to deeper truths.

In early 2025, Peter joined forces with musicians from Germany to form The Angellics. Their debut album, Hazing Hades, was released on August 17, 2025, marking a bold new chapter in Peter’s artistic journey.

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Nicholas Adkins is just a guy in a kilt who rides a pink furry bike and whose dog is a real live teddy bear.

Grateful to have shared the pinksocks story at TEDxSanFrancisco!

Author of PINKSOCKS: How a Pair of Socks Became a Symbol of Love and Connection. Get your copy today! https://pinksocks.life/book/

Follow him on Bluesky @nickisnpdx #pinksocks and on Instagram @nickisnpdx & @pinksocks.life #pinksockslife

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Jasrah Bay is a lifelong community voice shaped by her experiences growing up in Los Angeles during the Civil Rights Movement. From witnessing the Watts uprising as a child to participating in student-led marches after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., her early life was deeply connected to the fight for justice and dignity. Guided by her family’s teachings of love, respect, and faith, Jasrah continues to speak on the importance of honoring history, building cross-racial solidarity, and nurturing compassion across generations.

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Hollis Peirce, a dedicated advocate and insightful commentator on disability issues, lives with congenital muscular dystrophy. Through personal experiences, Hollis has turned a powerful platform for change. Equipped with a master’s degree in history from Carleton University, Hollis brings a deep understanding of societal dynamics to both public speaking engagements and as the host of the podcast “Twenty-First Century Disability.” This podcast explores how the modern world is reshaping societal perceptions of disability. Hollis’ outstanding work in disability advocacy has been recognized with a Meritorious Service Medal (Civil Division), inspiring and influencing conversations around accessibility and inclusion.

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Bobbi Barrington is a speaker, storyteller, and transformational coach who rebuilt her entire life in her 60s.

After 26 years in the wrong marriage, 40 years in the wrong career, and 59 years in the wrong body, she made a radical decision that changed everything.  She chose truth, authenticity, and herself.  And she has been rewriting her destiny ever since.

Bobbi brings a rare perspective to the microphone.  She has lived as a man and she has lived as a woman.  She has moved through fear, reinvention, loss, and rebirth.  Her story is not intended to be about about gender, rather, it is about humanity, courage, emotional intelligence, and the power we all have to change our lives, create a new destiny, at any age.

She opens minds.  She unlocks potential.  And helps people tell a better story about who they are and be excited about who they can become.

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Steven Scott Eichenblatt is a graduate of Florida State University and the University of Florida College of Law. A practicing attorney with Page and Eichenblatt, and father of five, he has spent over thirty years advocating for children as a pro bono guardian ad litem and representing families of first responders killed on 9/11. He lives with his wife, Melissa Ross, in Orlando, Florida. Check out his website to learn more about him and his work: www.stevenscotteichenblatt.com

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Martin Henson is the founder and executive director of BMEN, a nonprofit focused on building real support systems for Black men—mentally, emotionally, and culturally. He’s not just talking theory; he’s in the trenches helping Black men navigate the weight of racism, mental health struggles, masculinity, and everything that gets pushed aside in mainstream conversations.

With a background in mental health counseling, project management, and years of community organizing under his belt, Martin brings a rare mix of honesty and intellectual clarity. He’s the kind of person who can break down systems, speak on healing, and challenge the way we think about manhood, race, and power—all without sounding like a professor talking at you.

Whether it’s therapy, conversation, or community support, or just what Black men need to survive and grow, Martin brings a sharp, grounded, relatable voice to the mic. 

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