Dheyanira Calahorrano, Herbalist

Dheyanira is a committed mother, social entrepreneur, and community health advocate at IntegrArte SF. She is from Ecuador and has lived in San Francisco's Mission District for many years. She works to improve the lives of Latino immigrants, focusing on women's health and empowerment. Her background includes being a research associate at UCSF UC Berkeley and a health coach at San Francisco General Hospital.

Dheyanira’s experience as an immigrant drives her commitment to bilingual education and cultural pride. She has greatly impacted her son’s education through homeschooling, using her knowledge in child development and self-directed learning. At IntegrArte SF, she fosters a lively bilingual environment that combines community health with herbalism and permaculture, enhancing the community with art, music, nature, and education.

She supports her community as a member of various advisory committees. Her dedication to tackling local issues shows her caring leadership and creative problem-solving, leading to positive change and cultural growth in the Mission District.

Kimberly Newton, MEd

Kimberly is a dedicated peace educator and artist with over 20 years of experience promoting peace, equality, joy, and sustainability. Her commitment arises from her childhood experiences in El Salvador, witnessing war and environmental harm. She now focuses on training others in her early childhood method, Conexiones, which helps young children develop 21st Century skills like global citizenship, teamwork, creativity, adaptability, humor, peaceful communication, and care for the environment. With a BA in History and Anthropology and a Master's in Education, Kimberly has over 25 years of experience in various educational settings, including school districts, after-school programs, rainforest camps, and home-based groups. She founded several educational programs, including Conexiones Institute, Three Seeds Eco-Education Camp in Costa Rica, and AVENTURAS Day Camp, Spanish Play Studio, and Spanish through Art classes in the SF Bay Area, reaching thousands of students.

Blanca Rocío Martínez Moreno, PhD

Rocío is a dedicated historian and community educator with deep roots in the Coca community of Mezcala, Jalisco, Mexico. With over a decade of experience, she has focused her work on indigenous history, cultural identity, and the role of women in shaping socio-historical narratives. Rocío holds advanced degrees in History and Social Sciences, which inform her interactive workshops aimed at children and youth, fostering a strong sense of identity and cultural pride.

Her workshops, now extended virtually to the Coca diaspora in the U.S., are well-suited for educational settings that value inclusivity, cultural history, and community engagement. Rocío is passionate about creating educational materials that resonate with indigenous communities and inspire young learners. If you're seeking an experienced teacher with a strong background in indigenous culture and history, Rocío brings both expertise and a genuine commitment to her students’ growth and understanding.