Dr. Liz DeBetta is a scholar-artist-activist whose work is grounded in creativity and social justice with an emphasis on creating cultural change. Her focus is on deconstructing dominant narratives that oppress and dehumanize women and the global majority. Dr. DeBetta coordinates the Twink Frey Visiting Social Activist Program and the annual CEW+ Advocacy Symposium and grows the reach and impact of CEW+ advocacy initiatives. Prior to joining CEW+, Dr. DeBetta’s work experience includes two decades of nonprofit leadership and education expertise, including teaching writing at Utah Valley University and as Program Manager at the national non-profit Pajama Program. She holds a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies (Humanities & Culture) from Union Institute & University with certificates in Women’s and Gender Studies and Creative Writing, an MA in English from the City University of NY, and a BA in Theatre/Speech from Wagner College. She has presented nationally and internationally on topics ranging from adoption and reproductive justice, using writing to heal trauma, gender-based violence, and resisting colonial paradigms in higher-ed. Her book Adult Adoptees and Writing to Heal: Migrating toward Wholeness is available from Brill Publishers. Dr. DeBetta can be reached at [email protected].