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True leadership goes beyond strategy and position—it’s about fostering spaces where people feel emotionally and mentally safe enough to do the hard, transformative work. True leadership embraces both courage and vulnerability. I have been involved in several leadership programs throughout the years, with only one embracing the importance of emotional inclusion; Trauma-informed Leadership through the […]

I wrote this blog about leadership and eating disorders as a way to connect my current work here at Anavah Consulting LLC to my latest venture. This week, my daughter and I released our book Grapevine: A Mother and Daughter’s Tangled Journey Through an Eating Disorder. There are so many lessons for leadership from this […]

Hello, conservation community and leaders! Are you passionate about conservation and eager to stay updated on the latest insights, strategies, and tools to support your work? Look no further! My newsletter, ConserveConnect, is your go-to resource for valuable information tailored to conservation professionals who strive to make a difference. Each edition of my newsletter delves […]

I aim to support conservation efforts without dwelling on burnout, a term that, though valid, is often overused. The burnout discourse tends to spotlight individuals rather than address systemic workplace issues. Recognizing the widespread experience of burnout, I advocate for a shift toward fostering thriving communities. Drawing from anecdotal research, here are three strategies for […]