Ray Briggs is Professor of Music and Assistant Director of Jazz Studies for the Bob Cole Conservatory of Music at California State University, Long Beach, where he teaches courses in jazz history and ethnomusicology. With research interests in the regional study of jazz and the role of place in Black musical expression, Ray is completing a monograph on the history of jazz in Memphis. He remains active as a saxophonist and has performed with the Clayton/Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, Benny Green, Stefon Harris, and Roy Hargrove.

Gabrielle Antuna is a public health professional with extensive experience in sexual health nonprofits, healthcare, and research. Gabi’s work applies comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) principles to promote equity and inclusive care. Currently enrolled in the Harvard Premedical Program, Gabi is pursuing a career as a Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in LGBTQIA+ healthcare.

Joanne Navales is a public health researcher and technology professional with expertise in program evaluation, health education, and community-based health interventions. Joanne has worked across academic research and healthcare systems, applying human-centered design and health information technology to promote health equity and improve care delivery.

Mariana Cruz Murueta is a member of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS) CSE Committee and an education specialist experienced in CSE research, curriculum development, and program implementation. She supports Ministries of Education in Latin America and the Caribbean in creating and delivering CSE programs for digital and in-person settings.

Marissa Billowitz is a consultant with extensive experience in human rights program design and implementation, qualitative research, and evaluation, with a focus on gender, sexuality, youth engagement, and organizational effectiveness. Marissa holds a Master’s degree in Latin American and Caribbean Studies from New York University.

Professor Christopher Cardona is certified by the National Certification Board of Medical Interpreters and is a member of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and the National Association of Judicial Interpreters. He has also been evaluated by the Educational Interpreters Proficiency Assessment and the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview. Christopher has a great deal of experience as an instructor of ASL.