Vianney A.Gavilanes, PhD
Educator, Writer, Consultant

Welcome! Bienvenidos!
I am an educator, writer, and consultant dedicated to designing creative arts wellness spaces where Latinas lead, create, and thrive. Whether I’m guiding educators through creative, arts-based strategies or mentoring young writers, my work centers joy, cultura, and love.
For over a decade, I’ve worked at the intersection of education, culture, and creativity. As the Program Director of Liberando Nuestras Voces and the founder of Sentipensante Connections, I design and lead initiatives that center Latinas’ voices, creative expression, and well-being. My work combines years of teaching experience, curriculum design, and research to design spaces where students and educators alike can feel seen, heard, and empowered.
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Education
University of California, Berkeley
Ph.D. Critical Studies of Race, Class and Gender in Education
M.A. Social and Cultural Studies
University of California, Santa Cruz
B.A. Sociology