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Monique i. Liston, PhD

Chief Strategist
UBUNTU Research and Evaluation, United States


Meet monique inez liston, ph.d. – a visionary thought partner, dynamic facilitator, astute evaluator, and fearless leader. monique's mission is to infuse Afro-futurist values into every facet of her work, igniting transformative change within teams, organizations, and community leaders.

Grounded in the belief that the futures of Black people are integral to social justice, monique champions emergence and abolition as pathways to liberatory practices. She channels her passion into action as the founder, Chief Strategist, and Joyful Militant at UBUNTU Research and Evaluation.

monique's leadership has propelled her undisciplined team of independent researchers and evaluators to remarkable heights. Together, they've secured millions in contracts, captivated audiences at global conferences, and contributed groundbreaking insights to evaluation, higher education, and Black Studies literature.

Her trailblazing efforts have garnered well-deserved recognition, including prestigious accolades such as the Milwaukee Business Journal’s Diversity in Business Community Engagement Award, the Campaign for Black Male Achievement Respect Award, and the YWCA of Southeastern Wisconsin Eliminating Racism Award. Not to mention, her organization's repeated nominations for the Shepherd Express's Best Place to Work for Social Justice.

monique's academic journey is equally impressive, with degrees from Howard University, the University of Delaware, and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, complemented by a Graduate Certificate in Women’s and Gender Studies.

Beyond her professional pursuits, monique finds joy in globetrotting, savoring culinary delights, indulging in creative play with Legos, and immersing herself in the wonder of animated television.

Though her work is rooted in dismantling white supremacist ideologies and fortifying the resilience of Black-led organizations and communities, monique's spirit radiates with boundless energy and enthusiasm for life's vibrant tapestry.

In a world thirsting for change-makers, monique Inez Liston stands as a beacon of hope, guiding us towards a future defined by equity, liberation, and joy.



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