Grieved by injustice?
BRIAN CHAD STARKS Ph.D.
MEET THE MESSENGER
Transform You and Your Community with Social Justice Coaching
Are You Grieving from Injustice?
If you are, know that you’re not alone. Injustice leaves deep wounds that go beyond the surface—it affects our spirit, our sense of self, and how we move through the world. These feelings of grief and pain
can leave us feeling disconnected, angry, or even hopeless. That’s where I come in, as your Transformational Social Justice Soul Coach.
So, what is Transformational Social Justice Soul Coaching? It’s a path to healing that focuses on both personal and social justice, recognizing that true justice begins with the self. We all carry emotional and
spiritual scars from navigating an unjust world. Whether it’s systemic racism, generational trauma, or the everyday microaggressions that wear us down, these experiences take a toll on our soul.
As your Transformational Social Justice Soul Coach, I guide you through the process of healing those wounds from within. This is deeper than traditional coaching—it’s about soul work. Together, we will
confront the pain, unlearn the narratives that keep you stuck, and reclaim your power. We start with self-justice: healing yourself so that you can rise above the pain and reclaim your purpose.
Why is this important? Because without addressing the emotional and spiritual grief we carry, any fight for justice in the outside world becomes harder. You deserve to not only survive but to thrive—to turn
your pain into purpose, your grief into growth, and your struggle into strength.
My coaching is designed to help you do exactly that. We’ll dive deep into the root causes of what’s holding you back, and
together, we’ll create a path to healing and empowerment that honors your spirit and your unique journey.
How does this answer the grieving from injustice question? Through this coaching, we focus on healing first, so that you can live fully and powerfully. Grief doesn’t have to be the end of your story—it can be the beginning of your transformation. I’ll help you move through that grief with intention, teaching you
tools that allow you to grow spiritually, emotionally, and even take meaningful action toward justice in the world.
You don’t have to carry the weight of injustice alone. Let’s walk this path together, turn your pain into purpose, and build a foundation for the justice you seek—starting from within.
"SERVICE DESERVES MORE THAN A GOOD HEART, IT DESERVES A LEVEL OF EXPERTISE."
LET’S ELEVATE YOUR IMPACT
I believe that while a good heart is the foundation of service, it’s expertise that truly transforms intentions into meaningful impact. Over the years, I’ve seen how specialized knowledge when mixed with passion can elevate simple ideas into powerful forces of positive change. Eagerness alone isn’t enough; it’s the expertise that ensures our efforts make a real difference. If you’re ready to take your service to the next level and create lasting impact in your community, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to achieve excellence. Contact me today to begin your journey.
WHAT CLIENTS HAVE SAID
I first saw Chad when he delivered one of the most compelling presentations about broadening the participation of minoritized students in STEM that I had ever heard. The way he masterfully threaded criminal sociology with the culture of undergraduate STEM education fundamentally changed how I view my work. Later, as I got to know Chad, I found him to be authentic, wholly committed, and full of energy – nothing short of an inspiration. He lives the work that he does! As a keynote speaker for several of AAC&U’s STEM institutes and conferences, Chad has always been well-received, offering attendees a provocative look into their motivations and desires for a more diverse and competitive STEM workforce and challenging them to confront not only the systems and structures of oppression in STEM but also themselves.
Kelly Mack, PhD
Vice President for Undergraduate STEM Education; and Executive Director, Project Kaleidoscope American Association of Colleges & UniversitiesI wanted to reach back out and let you know what an impact that you had here at Wake Tech. Based on conversations you lead, we were able to implement a START (STEM Academic Research & Training) Ambassador program. In this program former START Interns (those conducting undergraduate research) were trained in the art of storytelling, mentored to develop their story around START, and then invited into various math and science classrooms to share their stories. We were awarded an internal grant to compensate those ambassadors for their time. Because of you we plan to install the ambassador portion as a permanent part of our program.
Jackie Swanik, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, Mathematics, Sciences, and EngineeringUpon hearing his lecture, I have worked hard with the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee at the University of Connecticut to bring Dr. Starks for a visit. He will deliver a keynote speech where participants will “get uncomfortable, to get comfortable,” as Dr. Starks puts it, by speaking truth to power in STEM and engaging the audience with community science concepts. He will also facilitate a dialogue of similar topics with graduate and faculty members of our UConn STEM community. From this visit, I am hopeful that keynote participants will take away newfound value for community science and that dialogue attendees will feel empowered to continue these discussions and organize to actualize change.