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�˻�ֱ�� the Co-Director Model

We believe in a co-director model of leadership for our Hub. This model of leadership allows for us to hold each other accountable for learning and growth; share our expertise and vision equally; and share in community and joy as we lead and promote the joyful, inspiring, and at times, difficult work to move inclusion and social justice work forward via intergroup dialogue and related initiatives. Carlton and Jazmin share overlapping, yet distinct and impactful roles in our Hub's leadership. 

Co-Directors

Jazmin Pichardo, M.Ed. (she/her/ella) 
Director of Intergroup Dialogue Collaborations & Initiatives

Jazmin Pichardo is is the inaugural Director of Intergroup Dialogue (IGD) Initiatives and Collaborations at the InDi Hub. With over 10 years of experience in higher education, she has worked across a range of functional areas, including outreach, living-learning programs, service-learning, international education, and diversity training. Jazmin holds a Master’s in Student Affairs from the University of �˻�ֱ�� and a B.A. from Vassar College. Previously, she led the Words of Engagement Intergroup Dialogue Program, a key academic initiative that fosters critical conversations across differences.

Jazmin has contributed her expertise to national and international initiatives, including consulting for the U.S. Institute of Peace and the Building Movement Project. Currently pursuing a doctorate in Higher Education Policy at the University of �˻�ֱ��, her practice and research focus on critical dialogic pedagogy and liberatory educational practices. Jazmin creates spaces for participants to examine their beliefs and the systemic structures that uphold social inequalities. Her approach integrates cognitive and emotional learning, facilitating “head and heart” conversations that encourage participants to develop self-awareness as an essential step toward addressing broader social issues.

Carlton Green, Ph.D. (he/him/his)
Director of Training & Assessment

Dr. Carlton Green is the inaugural Director of Training & Assessment at the InDi Hub. Dr. Green earned his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, and received masters-level training in Mental Health Counseling and Pastoral Ministry, from Boston College. Since then, for more than 20 years, Dr. Carlton Green has held various roles in higher education settings. More specifically, he has worked in multicultural education, student activities, multicultural services, residence life, academic affairs, athletics, and counseling services in both public and private institutions. He regularly facilitates and trains faculty, staff, and Master's and PhD-level students across the country in facilitating intergroup dialogue. 

While building collaborative and empowering relationships with students, faculty, and staff, he has always sought to advocate for institutional policies and programs that promote student access and equity. Dr. Green has advised countless student leaders and student organizations, in addition to developing and executing campus-wide retention programs as a Student Affairs administrator. As a mental health professional, he specializes in providing culturally responsive treatment, training, and supervision. In addition, in his role as an Instructor he has developed and implemented culturally inclusive curricula for mental health trainees.

Dr. Green relies on his first-hand experiences with and knowledge of social issues in higher education and mental health settings, while also respecting the unique perspectives of those requesting consultation. He understands that addressing issues related to difference and power in any organization can be emotionally challenging, and he works to ensure that all participants’ voices are heard and validated. Most importantly, he seeks to promote a strengths-based appreciation for unique perspectives, especially among individuals who experience such issues as divisive and negative.

Staff

Diksha Bali, MS. Ed. (she/they)
Graduate Student Assistant

Diksha is a Graduate Student Assistant, providing administrative and training support at the IGD Training Hub. She is a fifth-year PhD Candidate in �˻�ֱ��’s School Psychology program. Her research and practice interests include working to disrupt the links between mental health, inter- and intra-group conflict, poverty, and unequal resource access and outcomes. Via her current and past training, she has expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods and reporting; policy development; data management; and human resource management. Specifically with regards the InDi Training Hub's charge, Diksha has co-facilitated dialogues for faculty, students and staff across the country as an instructor and co-instructor for 3 years and counting. She greatly values how intergroup dialogue and dialogical methods can bring people and communities together in service of greater understanding and social good. She strives to take a compassionate, partnership and growth-oriented approach in her life; and her current work hopefully reflects this.