What People Are Saying
“Joshua is a pleasure to work with. He led several workshops for us on various topics related to equity and inclusion. He is a skilled facilitator, an insightful collaborator and a thoughtful person.”
— Shanti Brien, Fogbreak Justice
“Joshua is the embodiment of liberation praxis - they are thoughtful, compassionate, aware and curious, among other beautiful qualities. So with that, their teachings, offerings and wisdoms are infused with those beautiful qualities.”
— Jules P.
“I am thrilled to offer this testimonial for Joshua, my esteemed colleague with whom I had the privilege to co-lead a transformative healing-centered course. Joshua's dedication to facilitating healing through indigenous storytelling and restorative practices was nothing short of remarkable. Throughout our journey together, Joshua consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to holding space with grace, compassion, and mindfulness. His ability to embody the spirit of generosity, kindness, and empathy created a safe and nurturing environment for all participants to explore and heal from the trauma of oppression. Joshua's leadership not only enriched the course experience but also inspired profound growth and healing within our community. I am deeply grateful for his invaluable contributions and honored to have collaborated with such a dedicated and compassionate soul. Without a doubt, Joshua's impact will continue to ripple through the lives of those he touches.”
— Latise Hairston, Harvesting Opportunities with People Everywhere, LLC.ere
“Joshua is an amazing human being who I have had the honor of working with for several years now. Joshua's facilitation skills start before the group gathers with helpful communications and their own personal and professional work shines through as they set the tone from the beginning, creating a welcoming, calming, and focused environment, even online! I admire Joshua and am grateful to know and share space with him.”
— Lisa Pettitt, Mountain Youth Network, Clear Creek County
“Josh is a thoughtful, sensitive and compassionate facilitator who is focused on participant experience. His experiences and large knowledge base allows him to create equitable spaces that work towards social justice!”
— Danny Mazur, Soul Stories
“Joshua is an extremely thoughtful and talented DEI practitioner. I have had the pleasure of partnering with him to create a space for DEI practitioners to learn from each other and grow. His calm, almost therapeutic, approach to his work makes participants and attendees feel comfortable and seen. I highly recommend Joshua to anyone looking to foster healing and restoration in their organizations.”
— Christian Harris, Kindred Keynotes and Coaching
“Joshua has a deep understanding of the complex issues surrounding equity and inclusion, and he is able to communicate them in a clear and concise way. He is also a skilled facilitator, and he is able to create a safe and inclusive space for people to share their experiences and learn from each other. One of the things I appreciate most about Joshua is his commitment to creating lasting change. He is not content with simply raising awareness of belonging and engagement; he works to help organizations develop and implement strategies that will create a more inclusive workplace. I highly recommend Joshua Abiazar as a facilitator. He is a passionate advocate for social justice, and he has the skills and experience to help organizations create a more inclusive workplace.”
— Christy Chandler, Fogbreak Justice
Collaborating with Joshua has been a wonderful experience. Their collaborative approach fosters a sense of partnership and shared exploration. Joshua's integration of somatic practices brings a calm and focused energy to every project.
— Tempey Hamilton, Phases of Self Ascension
“Joshua is a gifted facilitator who brings compassion and insight to his work with individuals and communities.”
— Kevin John Fong, Kahakulei Institute
“Joshua is such a pleasure to work with, he shows up with a positive attitude and a generous spirit. Joshua's skill with mindfulness practices and unique perspective and experience make meaningful contributions in a range of environments.”
— Rachael Sharp, Creative Strategies for Change & Phases of Self Ascension