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With 20 years of experience as a writer and editor, Lisa approaches projects with the accuracy of a journalist and the curiosity of a storyteller. Her work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, blogs, books and nonprofit publications. Her expertise includes education, parenting, social policy, youth violence, philanthropy and social activism. You can find Applegate on her website.

Jason Drwal is a psychologist at the Iowa City VA Hospital. He works with and advocates for veterans and their families.

Betsy DeMulder is the Director of Initiatives in Educational Transformation at George Mason University and visiting scholar with Teaching for Change.

Beth Reis is co-chair of the Safe Schools Coalition and works as a public health educator with Public Health - Seattle & King County.

Laura Sofen is a middle school writing teacher in Sparta, N.J. She is also a holistic health coach with a master's degree in teaching.