Our Ecosystem

MEET THE
TEAM

UMOJI is powered by 9 core volunteers, 100+ advisors, and 30,000+ contributors worldwide. Every member of our team is a leader. Every voice matters.

2025–2026 Executive Board

LEADERSHIP TEAM

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Zhivago Rhodes

President & Board Chair

Environmental justice advocate, cultural club builder, and fitness leader. Zhivago's vision drives UMOJI's community infrastructure — from green spaces to urban mentorship. His lived experience is the foundation of UMOJI's impact.

Zhivago Rhodes Model
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Xaveira Rhodes

Vice President & Board Vice Chair

Coach X brings creative energy, leadership, and resilience to UMOJI's programs. A key voice in the organization's cultural direction, youth engagement, and community mobilization efforts.

Coach X Framework
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Jeroldine Kaiser

Treasurer & Board Chair, Finance | Founder

The visionary founder of UMOJI — a mother's love turned into a global movement. Jeroldine's Mediation Model is the backbone of UMOJI's restorative justice work. She built this organization with faith, grit, and radical love.

Jeroldine Kaiser Mediation Model
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Dr. Coach Kay Merchant

Secretary & Board Chair, Administration

Doctor of Ministry from United Theological Seminary. Ordained Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. 20+ years in ministry, Christian education, community organizing, and transformative leadership. Founder of the Coach Kay Standard.

Keisha Lanell Merchant Model
Extended Board

EXECUTIVE VOTING MEMBERS

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Dr. Sandy Tsuneyoshi
Extended Executive Voting Member
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Alexander Walton
Extended Executive Voting Member — Coach Alex
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Maya Cohen
Extended Executive Voting Member — Coach Maya
Advisory Network

ADVISORS & KEY PARTNERS

Karen Ghert
Nonvoting Advisor
Kim Walker
Nonvoting Advisor
Camilla Lacewell
Nonvoting Advisor
Jacqueline Pointer
Nonvoting Advisor
Joshua Osban
Director, Lane County
Tamara Monique Walker
FIYA Community · Peer Principal Partner

POWERED BY THE COMMUNITY

9
Core Volunteers
100+
Advisors & Volunteers
30,000+
Global Contributors
100%
Volunteer-Operated