Kristin (she/free) is a social change leader, with a focus on the intersection of personal, social and ecological healing and transformation.
She consults on strategy, programs, equity and organizational development for nonprofits, foundations, social and land-based enterprises. In addition to serving as a Senior Fellow for Center for Whole Communities, Kristin recently earned a Certificate in Spirituality and Social Change from Pacific School of Religion, part of the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA. Her work in the world seeks to dissolve the myth of separation – that we are separate from each other, and the earth. Kristin co-founded and was Managing Director of Green for All, working to build an inclusive green economy. She helped design FIREROCK, a musical to engage people around climate change, and has guided wilderness-based retreats for Ecology of Awakening. She has led the development and management of earth-based retreat centers, including Bell Valley Retreat and Tunitas Creek Ranch. For many years, Kristin worked as the Director of Programs at Bioneers, where she led efforts towards equitable ecological and community restoration. Kristin has stewarded the Tyler Rigg Foundation for over 20 years, where she has been a Trustee since its inception. She lives in Ramaytush Ohlone territory (San Francisco, CA) with her wife Bess.
