A Chinese American philosopher and political activist who had a profound impact on civil rights, labor rights, and environmental justice movements. She mentored adrienne maree brown, influencing key concepts within emergent strategy through her insights on grassroots organizing and community empowerment.

A writer and organizational consultant known for her work in leadership and systems thinking. Her book, Leadership and the New Science, influenced adrienne maree brown's ideas about decentralized and emergent models of leadership.

A biologist and pioneer in biomimicry, whose ideas about learning from nature's systems have significantly influenced adrienne maree brown's emergent strategy framework. She advocates for applying nature's sustainable designs to human innovation.

A thinker and collaborator with adrienne maree brown, contributing her ideas to books like Pleasure Activism. She is involved in organizing and healing work, co-hosts a podcast, and participates in facilitation and training for activists.

A coach interviewed by adrienne maree brown, known for her work with BIPOC leaders in dismantling white supremacy and promoting healing strategies. She embodies a politic that fosters growth and transformation.

A journalist focused on race and reproductive health, contributing to various prominent publications. adrienne maree brown interviewed her about the role of meditation in her activism and writing.