Aga Skraburska is a Product Education Manager at Nexthink, Digital Employee Experience Management Software, where she leads a suite of educational products that enable users to master Nexthink software.
For over 18 years, she held product and project management roles at ABB, UBS, and a number of startups, successfully implementing global education and learning programs. With extensive experience in system-psychodynamic learning, Aga also helps individuals and organizations unlock their potential through individual and group coaching.

Aga Skraburska is a Product Education Manager at Nexthink, Digital Employee Experience Management Software, where she leads a suite of educational products that enable users to master Nexthink software. For over 18 years, she held product and proje... Show more

Tiangay Samandia Massaquoi is a Data and AI governance practitioner, software engineer, policy expert, and emerging technology strategist working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, public sector data systems, and digital governance in West Africa.
She currently serves as a Data Expert under a Global Partnership for Education Programme, embedded within the Planning and Policy Directorate of Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education — where she works directly on data systems, policy design, and evidence-based planning at the heart of government.
As a software engineer, Tiangay is passionate about building applications that solve real, everyday problems for Sierra Leoneans — grounded in the belief that technology should be felt in people’s lives, not just debated in policy rooms. She is a passionate advocate for harnessing artificial intelligence to transform Sierra Leone and the broader West African region from reactive societies into predictive ones — using data and intelligent systems to anticipate challenges, allocate resources smarter, and get ahead of crises before they arrive.

Tiangay’s academic formation is both unusually broad and deliberately interconnected. She holds a Master’s in Global Public Policy with Distinction from SOAS University of London, where her research interrogated how donor-driven implementation shapes policy practice in Sierra Leone’s education sector. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at the University of York — extending her expertise to the technical frontier of AI. She further holds a Postgraduate qualification in Education from University College London, and a Postgraduate qualification in Poverty and Development from the University of Sussex — giving her a rigorous grounding in the human development conditions that technology must ultimately serve.

Her work spans AI readiness, data governance frameworks, and the institutional conditions that determine whether technology serves public good or bypasses it. She is a vocal advocate for rethinking AI priorities in African public institutions — arguing that governance infrastructure must be built alongside, not after, AI deployment.
Tiangay is based in Freetown, Sierra Leone, and brings to every platform the rare combination of technical knowledge, policy fluency, hands-on engineering experience, and the lived perspective of a practitioner working inside a West African government institution.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Tiangay Samandia Massaquoi is a Data and AI governance practitioner, software engineer, policy expert, and emerging technology strategist working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, public sector data systems, and digital governance in We... Show more

Mila je član SFere koji se mota po Kajzerici već par godina, a sad se dala nagovoriti i na organizaciju SFeraKona. Postavlja naizgled jednostavna pitanja na konovima, koja vas zapravo tjeraju na razmišljanje. Odavno igra razne društvene igre, a (skoro) uvijek je otvorena za probati novu. Član hrvatske Carcassonne reprezentacije 2024. i 2025. Kapetan hrvatske Azul reprezentacije 2025./2. sezona

Mila je član SFere koji se mota po Kajzerici već par godina, a sad se dala nagovoriti i na organizaciju SFeraKona. Postavlja naizgled jednostavna pitanja na konovima, koja vas zapravo tjeraju na razmišljanje. Odavno igra razne društvene igre, a (skor... Show more

Jennifer Novak is a Solutions Architect for Adoption and Change Management at SHI, where she supports large-scale Microsoft 365 and AI enablement initiatives. She has partnered with dozens of organizations to drive measurable adoption through readiness assessments, stakeholder engagement, training strategy, and practical change planning that aligns with technical delivery. Jennifer is based in Maryland.

Jennifer Novak is a Solutions Architect for Adoption and Change Management at SHI, where she supports large-scale Microsoft 365 and AI enablement initiatives. She has partnered with dozens of organizations to drive measurable adoption through readine... Show more

I am passionate about market research, focusing on SME market segments and business ecosystems. My work revolves around need-based innovation, particularly within social entrepreneurship spaces, where I explore sustainable solutions that drive long-term impact.

With a keen eye for emerging trends, I specialize in identifying opportunities for social sustainability ventures. I bridge gaps between market needs and transformative innovations, and I thrive on fostering collaborations that create business models with lasting social value.

I am passionate about market research, focusing on SME market segments and business ecosystems. My work revolves around need-based innovation, particularly within social entrepreneurship spaces, where I explore sustainable solutions that drive long-t... Show more

Piyush is a software developer with nearly 12 years of experience, starting as a mainframe engineer and now working extensively with Azure cloud. The shift from legacy systems to cloud-native solutions continues to captivate him, pushing him to explore new architectures and modern engineering practices. He is passionate about AI and all the great things it can be do for society especially with accessibility.

Piyush is a software developer with nearly 12 years of experience, starting as a mainframe engineer and now working extensively with Azure cloud. The shift from legacy systems to cloud-native solutions continues to captivate him, pushing him to explo... Show more

Cody is a distinguished security leader with over 20 years of government and commercial experience in the US and Europe, with previous senior positions at The Pentagon and National Security Agency, Fortune 25 enterprise cybersecurity departments, and the world's leading cybersecurity product companies. He currently serves as CEO of EclecticIQ, a global threat intelligence software and services company based out of The Netherlands.

Cody is a distinguished security leader with over 20 years of government and commercial experience in the US and Europe, with previous senior positions at The Pentagon and National Security Agency, Fortune 25 enterprise cybersecurity departments, and... Show more

Bringing Dyslexic Design Thinking to the world.

Bringing Dyslexic Design Thinking to the world. Show more

Tobey Blaze is a chaotic good leadership coach, facilitator, and artist based in Boston. In their two decades on the people and product side of tech, Tobey has held leadership roles both formal and informal, from Agile Practice Lead and Director of Technology, to Agile Coach and ERG lead at Spotify and CircleCI. They guide business leaders and individual contributors to shift existing systems to produce a sustainable, inclusive, and ultimately more effective software development environment. Their artistic work is currently split between explorations in ink and cut paper of the next smallest, kindest step forward, and crafting personal throwing axes.

Tobey Blaze is a chaotic good leadership coach, facilitator, and artist based in Boston. In their two decades on the people and product side of tech, Tobey has held leadership roles both formal and informal, from Agile Practice Lead and Director of T... Show more

Brahmanand Reddy Bhavanam is an accomplished software engineer with 8+ years of experience in developing enterprise applications, microservices, and web solutions. As a skilled Java developer and polyglot programmer proficient in Ruby on Rails and Go, he specializes in Spring frameworks, microservices architecture, and cloud technologies.
Currently working at the Department of VA developing APIs for veteran appointment scheduling, Brahmanand has a proven track record across multiple industries including healthcare and technology. At Optum, he implemented secure data tokenization solutions, while at Cisco he developed discount calculation tools. His expertise spans Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, microservices, Graph QL, Kafka, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and AWS/GCP cloud services.
Brahmanand excels in both backend development and frontend technologies including React, Angular, and modern JavaScript. With strong experience in CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and agile methodologies, he consistently delivers robust, scalable applications that solve complex business challenges.

Brahmanand Reddy Bhavanam is an accomplished software engineer with 8+ years of experience in developing enterprise applications, microservices, and web solutions. As a skilled Java developer and polyglot programmer proficient in Ruby on Rails and Go... Show more

Atlanta-based activist, author, and attorney Sandra Barnhill ignites transformation through powerful storytelling, empowering audiences to build an equitable society with both tough-minded wisdom and tender-hearted grace.

Atlanta-based activist, author, and attorney Sandra Barnhill ignites transformation through powerful storytelling, empowering audiences to build an equitable society with both tough-minded wisdom and tender-hearted grace. Show more

Agile Organiziational leader and manager, Certified board facilitator with TAB (The Alternative Board) and a graduate of the StratPro leadership and strategy program, bringing over 20 years of experience in establishing and leading corporate training and education centers. Skilled in managing cross-cultural educational initiatives across Eastern Europe and North America, with a strong background in organizational development and leadership.

Currently serves as Deputy Head of the pioneering Education Authority and Director of Business Development at Sheba Medical Center, consistently ranked among the world’s Top 10 hospitals. Leads innovation processes, organizational learning and strategic growth initiatives and played a central role in establishing the Education Authority as a trailblazing organizational unit within the medical center.

Dedicated sports enthusiast with a particular passion for the English Premier League and an Executive Board Member of The Association of Independent Sport Organizations,
contributing energy, curiosity and a people-centered approach to every professional role.

Agile Organiziational leader and manager, Certified board facilitator with TAB (The Alternative Board) and a graduate of the StratPro leadership and strategy program, bringing over 20 years of experience in establishing and leading corporate training... Show more

Neurocientista cognitivo e linguista. Doutor em Neurociências e Comportamento pelo Instituto de Psicologia da USP. Palestrante, empreendedor e AI evaluator PhD.

Neurocientista cognitivo e linguista. Doutor em Neurociências e Comportamento pelo Instituto de Psicologia da USP. Palestrante, empreendedor e AI evaluator PhD. Show more

Fernanda Martins is an anthropologist and Director of Strategy and Advocacy at Fundación Multitudes, with over ten years of experience in research and advocacy at the intersection of human rights, digital governance, and social justice. She specializes in amplifying civil society voices in regional and global policy debates—including on gender-based digital violence—and in building bridges between research, advocacy, and public policy processes across the Global South. Her leadership will anchor the session in practical experience and strategic advocacy.

Fernanda Martins is an anthropologist and Director of Strategy and Advocacy at Fundación Multitudes, with over ten years of experience in research and advocacy at the intersection of human rights, digital governance, and social justice. She specializ... Show more

Saran aka Muthu is a seasoned design advocate, helped organizations to establish design practice, transformed ideas into profitable, user-centered experiences. With over 24 years of expertise, Saran has contributed by leveraging advanced UX and CX strategies, user research, and agile methodologies to create innovative, high-impact experiences across web, mobile, and emerging technologies.

Saran's work focuses on integrating creative and analytical approaches to craft seamless, engaging experiences that align business objectives with user needs. By fostering collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, he aimed to deliver solutions that drive long-term value and success for clients.

Saran aka Muthu is a seasoned design advocate, helped organizations to establish design practice, transformed ideas into profitable, user-centered experiences. With over 24 years of expertise, Saran has contributed by leveraging advanced UX and CX st... Show more

Rae Keʻala Kuruhara is a Japanese/Kanaka Maoli illustrator and English PhD candidate at UCLA. Born and raised in Hilo, they are also a graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Brown University. By integrating the practice of cartooning with interdisciplinary research methods, their work explores the possibilities graphic media holds for representing Indigenous stories and experiences while simultaneously challenging the boundaries of how scholarship is created and shared.

Rae Keʻala Kuruhara is a Japanese/Kanaka Maoli illustrator and English PhD candidate at UCLA. Born and raised in Hilo, they are also a graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Brown University. By integrating the practice of cartooning with... Show more

I experienced life as an immigrant when I lived in South Korea, and I remember the confusing anger I felt toward South Koreans when I experienced culture shock. I thought I was a good person and I couldn’t understand why I was so angry and frustrated. I was trying so hard to make Korean friends, but I didn’t feel comfortable talking to Koreans about certain questions about their culture that made me confused and frustrated. I had so many questions. Explain bowing. How do you know which verb tense to use with which people? How do I know if I did something offensive? Where can I go to learn more about Korean culture? I didn’t have a comfortable place to ask my questions, and I thought I should just ignore the confused feelings and keep trying.

I didn’t get any cultural orientation or training when I lived abroad. When I eventually returned home, I went through intense reverse culture shock. I questioned my values, my identity, and my cultural programming. That’s when I started studying cultural differences and cultural intelligence. From this moment, everything changed. I realized my struggle wasn't a personal failure. It was cultural misunderstanding.

It wasn’t that I wasn’t trying hard enough. It was that no one had explained the deeper rules shaping how people connect in South Korea.
That experience is why I care so deeply about helping immigrants feel comfortable and confident in the American workplace. They bring a great deal of skills and experience into our workplaces, and oftentimes team effectiveness is hampered by simple, predictable cultural misunderstandings.

Since returning from South Korea 20 years ago, I’ve intentionally built my life around cross-cultural engagement. I have worked, volunteered, or built friendships with people from more than 30 countries. I’ve seen patterns repeat across cultures. I've seen similar misunderstandings, similar frustrations. It’s not just theory to me, it’s personal and I’ve lived it. I don’t view cultural challenges as personality flaws. I see them as predictable outcomes when people are navigating invisible cultural rules without orientation.

I hold a Master of Public Administration (MPA), which trained me to think about cultural challenges inside larger systems, including universities, workplaces, and communities. Cultural struggles don’t happen in a vacuum. They happen inside places of work and within social norms that were not designed to explain themselves. This

I am certified by the Cultural Intelligence Center to debrief cultural intelligence assessments, and I am a doctoral student in the Communication Studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

I help people understand cultural differences and how to connect across them. Because we won't be able to deal with our world's big problems without addressing our differences.

I experienced life as an immigrant when I lived in South Korea, and I remember the confusing anger I felt toward South Koreans when I experienced culture shock. I thought I was a good person and I couldn’t understand why I was so angry and frustrated... Show more

About me: https://www.avagasso.com/about
My cv: https://www.avagasso.com/cv

My core values are trust, authenticity, autonomy, reliability, empathy, and respect. I am committed to fostering a space of understanding and authenticity. My mission is about empowering each individual to discover their unique solutions, fueled by the freedom and trust we instill in one another.

I uphold the inherent worth of each person and strive to promote genuineness in all aspects of our interactions. I am dedicated to unlocking your deepest potential, and nurturing the unseen strengths within you. I aim to guide you in identifying and pursuing your most stimulating, significant, and stretching goals, thereby kindling your intrinsic passions.

Once your inner flame is kindled, my aspiration is for its warmth to leave a lasting imprint on you and to radiate outwards, touching those in your world. My belief is that tasks are short term, existing within the confines of the present, but passion is enduring. It is passion that remains with us, shaping us, defining us, and leaving its indelible mark on the world. This is the essence of my impact: to ignite your enduring fire and allow its heat to echo into eternity.

As a Director of Engineering at Novoda and the Founder/Coach at Avagasso Coaching, I genuinely believe that transformation starts with a shift in mindset!

I started my journey in the late 90s as a software developer, and since then, I have continuously evolved my skillset:

→ Giving trainings since 2002
→ Adopted agile methodologies in 2003
→ Embraced Scrum in 2008
→ Embarked on my leadership journey in 2008
→ Discovered the power of Liberating Structures in 2017
→ Stepped into coaching in 2019

By creating a supportive ecosystem that integrates System, Agile, Personal Development, and Leadership Coaching, you can establish a strong foundation for success. Encourage communication and collaboration, foster a culture of continuous learning, and empower your leaders to guide their teams effectively to achieve the best possible results for your organization.

About me: https://www.avagasso.com/about My cv: https://www.avagasso.com/cv My core values are trust, authenticity, autonomy, reliability, empathy, and respect. I am committed to fostering a space of understanding and authenticity. My mission is... Show more

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder

Microsoft Most Valuable Professional MVP AI | NASA Citizen Scientist; TCS Utilities Data and Analytics Practice Lead and Energy Trading and Risk Management Practice Lead | AWS Community Builder Show more

Dragan is passionate about applying technology and research in data and business processes, with expertise in banking and IT across diverse roles and responsibilities, from operational to C-level strategic positions. He led development of several cutting-edge AI/ML/CV/XR products. With a wealth of experience, he specializes in data and process analytics, process management, performance management, and change initiatives. He is Certified Data Engineer by Celonis, Germany, and Internal Control Auditor (CICA) by the Institute of Internal Controls in the USA. Moreover, he achieved the title of European Champion in Internal Auditing in 2021. Currently he has been pursuing a doctorate at the Catholic University of Louvan, Louvain School of Management in Belgium.

Dragan is passionate about applying technology and research in data and business processes, with expertise in banking and IT across diverse roles and responsibilities, from operational to C-level strategic positions. He led development of several cut... Show more

Founder of VYBZ ( NFT project showcasing true community spirit )
Founder of SYS AMA ( Web3 Vetting Show )
Just a guy who knows how to get product to market within the WEB3 Space

Founder of VYBZ ( NFT project showcasing true community spirit ) Founder of SYS AMA ( Web3 Vetting Show ) Just a guy who knows how to get product to market within the WEB3 Space Show more

Fabian Bade ist als Musikwissenschaftler, Musikpädagoge, Ensemblecoach, Dozent für E-Bass sowie als freischaffender Musiker tätig. Nach Stationen als Lehrbeauftragter und wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter an den Musikhochschulen Lübeck, Hannover & Rostock wurde er 2019 mit einer Arbeit über Deutsch-amerikanische Popkultur-Transfers promoviert. Seit 2020 verantwortet er an der Musikhochschule Lübeck die (Weiter-)Entwicklung didaktischer Konzeptionen und Taxonomien für virtuelle, musikhochschulspezifische Lehreformate und forscht seit 2023 zu KI & Audience Response Systemen im Verbundprojekt "DigiProSMK". Er wurde von der Harvard University als Hochschullehrer sowie von der Yale University für die Leitung globaler, virtueller Teams zertifiziert. Als Musiker ist er international aktiv.

Fabian Bade ist als Musikwissenschaftler, Musikpädagoge, Ensemblecoach, Dozent für E-Bass sowie als freischaffender Musiker tätig. Nach Stationen als Lehrbeauftragter und wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter an den Musikhochschulen Lübeck, Hannover & Rosto... Show more

Seasoned professional with expertise in communication, PR, innovation, China and Italy

Seasoned professional with expertise in communication, PR, innovation, China and Italy Show more

My PhD journey in the cold of northern Sweden has led me down a path to much of the latest cloud-native tech. Between that and my somewhat alarmingly high interest in homelabbing, I really live in the cloud-native ecosystem. But those are just side-hustles, cat-dad is my main occupation.

My PhD journey in the cold of northern Sweden has led me down a path to much of the latest cloud-native tech. Between that and my somewhat alarmingly high interest in homelabbing, I really live in the cloud-native ecosystem. But those are just side-h... Show more

Dheepa Sundaram (she/her) is an Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Denver, which sits on the unceded tribal lands of the Cheyenne and Arapaho nations. Her scholarship examines social media hate politics, religious nationalism, and the formation of Hindu religious publics through online platforms and emerging technologies. Her current monograph project, Globalizing Dharma: The Making of a Global Hindu Brand, examines how commercial ritual websites fashion a new, digital canon for Hindu religious praxis, effectively branding religious identities and marketing caste-privileged religious norms as a default, cosmopolitan Hinduism that anchors the Hindu nationalist political project. She is also a contributor for Religion News Service on Hindu perspectives, a founding member of the South Asia Scholar Activist Collective (SASAC), a trainer for Sacred Writes, and coauthor of the Hindutva Harassment Field Manual.

Dheepa Sundaram (she/her) is an Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Denver, which sits on the unceded tribal lands of the Cheyenne and Arapaho nations. Her scholarship examines social media hate politics, religious nationali... Show more

Dr. Ashley Bryant is a licensed professional counselor with 18 years of clinical experience and the founder of Legacy Family Services, a group private practice based in Oklahoma City. She is also the founder of LeadDash, a HIPAA-compliant EHR and marketing automation platform built exclusively for mental health professionals.

Dr. Ashley's work sits at the intersection of mental health, leadership, and business. She is the creator of the P.U.L.S.E. Framework®, which she applies to leadership, communication, and organizational culture. She has been featured on TLC, PBS, and FOX and in US Weekly and Daily Mail.

She speaks on workplace mental health, burnout, and human-centered leadership, drawing from nearly two decades in the therapy room and the lived experience of building businesses while doing the work. Her clients and audiences walk away with a clearer understanding of how mental health directly impacts productivity, retention, and leadership effectiveness. Her audiences leave with more than insight. They leave antsy to do something about it.

Dr. Ashley holds a PhD in Workforce and Adult Education and a Master of Science from Langston University.

Dr. Ashley Bryant is a licensed professional counselor with 18 years of clinical experience and the founder of Legacy Family Services, a group private practice based in Oklahoma City. She is also the founder of LeadDash, a HIPAA-compliant EHR and mar... Show more

Sherita Cash is a doctoral candidate, Certified Scrum Master, and higher education professional with over 15 years of experience transforming the spaces she walks into. Currently pursuing her EdD at Augusta University’s College of Education and Human Development, Sherita’s research explores how college students develop emotional agility through VR-based meditation immersion. This work sits at the intersection of technology, wellbeing, and human potential.
What makes Sherita’s voice distinct is her refusal to keep good frameworks in a box. She has applied Scrum and Agile methodology across classrooms, research design, special education, and her own personal development, proving that these principles are far bigger than software. As a life coach, educator, and researcher, she has spent her career helping people move from where they are to where they want to be, and Agile gave her a shared language for that journey.
Sherita currently serves Augusta University as a Graduate Research Assistant, GSGA Representative, and Graduate School Ambassador. She is also a candidate for Vice President of the Graduate Student Government Association, where she is championing cross-campus collaboration and Scrum-informed project leadership.
When she is not writing dissertations or building frameworks, you can find her somewhere in the world — from Tanzania to Ireland — collecting experiences that remind her why growth never stops.

Sherita Cash is a doctoral candidate, Certified Scrum Master, and higher education professional with over 15 years of experience transforming the spaces she walks into. Currently pursuing her EdD at Augusta University’s College of Education and Human... Show more

Après diverses expériences dans l'IT (dev,chef de projet, directeur de projet), je me suis formé et certifié en coaching. J'accompagne depuis plus de 10 ans des leaders et des organisations dans leurs changements.
Ma raison d'être : rendre visible l'invisible afin d'éveiller les consciences individuelles et collectives pour de meilleures décisions, un plus grand respect des individus et de leur environnement.
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Après diverses expériences dans l'IT (dev,chef de projet, directeur de projet), je me suis formé et certifié en coaching. J'accompagne depuis plus de 10 ans des leaders et des organisations dans leurs changements. Ma raison d'être : rendre visible l... Show more

Jasmine Rochelle Goodspeed(She/They) has been working within her community (the Hassanamisco Nipmuc People) since childhood. As one of the founding members of the Ohketeau Cultural Center in Ashfield, Massachusetts, she has worked closely with surrounding Indigenous Nations and historical societies, hosting events throughout New England. As an actor, singer, director, and playwright, Jasmine has extensive experience in productions focused on theater within the realm of historical truth telling and communal catharsis.

In 2018, she wrote, produced, and acted in her own musical titled “1675" at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, recounting the tragedy of Nipmuc, Wampanoag, and Massachusett Native people sent to Deer Island during King Philip’s War. From 2013-2017, She produced “Free Shakespeare in the Park” at Northampton’s Look Park. For the Plymouth 400 celebration, She worked with the Wampanoag Nation and Theatre Royal Plymouth on a play concerning Indigenous History in Massachusetts. This production, titled "We Are The Land," told the story of colonization from an Indigenous perspective, bringing forward important markers of Massachusetts state history that were previously untold.

From 2022 to 2023, she worked with Historic Northampton and “Plays in Place” in a successful (sold out) series of place-based plays centered around Northampton history. She authored an original drama about one of the enslaved women – “Rose” – in Reverend Jonathan Edwards' household. This work is continuing forward with a series of plays focused on Indigenous figures in Northampton which would be developed for the Massachusetts 250th anniversary project.

Recently Jasmine has worked as an Indigenous History Consultant for the town of Sudbury, Massachusetts, through the Goodnow Library’s “Indigenous History” initiative. She has presented at local libraries and schools, teaching Indigenous history. She has published plays and articles as well as created maps. Her research places her both with historical documents, and moving through the Eastern Woodlands to better understand the story of colonization, and how to understand the way that this history comes together to tell a human story.

Jasmine Rochelle Goodspeed(She/They) has been working within her community (the Hassanamisco Nipmuc People) since childhood. As one of the founding members of the Ohketeau Cultural Center in Ashfield, Massachusetts, she has worked closely with surrou... Show more

Mai-Linh K. Hong is a poet and literary scholar whose work explores how refugees know, navigate, and creatively re-imagine their worlds. Her debut poetry collection, CONTINENTAL DRIFT, won the 2025 Trio Award and will be published by Trio House Press in July 2026. Her current research,"Perilous Telling: Story in the Shadow of the Refugee Regime," theorizes refugee storytelling as knowledge-making under global duress. Dr. Hong's articles and essays on Asian American literature, refugees, race, and human rights appear in Amerasia, Verge, MELUS, Law, Culture, and Humanities, and other journals and edited volumes. She is coeditor and coauthor of THE AUNTIE SEWING SQUAD GUIDE TO MASK MAKING, RADICAL CARE, AND RACIAL JUSTICE (U. of Calif. Press, 2021). Dr. Hong's research has been supported by fellowships from ACLS, AAUW, and the Institute of Citizens & Scholars; her poetry, by Voices of Our Nation, Tin House, and the Vermont Studio Center. She is Assistant Professor of Literature at the University of California, Merced.

Mai-Linh K. Hong is a poet and literary scholar whose work explores how refugees know, navigate, and creatively re-imagine their worlds. Her debut poetry collection, CONTINENTAL DRIFT, won the 2025 Trio Award and will be published by Trio House Press... Show more