Maija Danilova West, a retired attorney, author, and consultant with 25+ years’ experience advising nonprofits, businesses, tribes, and government agencies, specializes in utilizing reconciliation strategies to foster strong agreements within diverse communities. Her Latvian heritage has deeply influenced her leadership vision, emphasizing the importance of relationships, traditions, and honoring life’s transitions. This cultural grounding, combined with her extensive professional experience, informs her work as a peacemaker.  Maija’s recent book, “Matriarch Makeover, a 30-Day Invitation,” is an ecological call to action for women leaders.