National Conflict Resolution Center

Neda Afsarmanesh Neda Afsarmanesh is a part-time trainer for NCRC. During her days, she helps lead research strategy at a large biomedical university in New York City. Neda has a decade’s experience working in science communication, including working with media outlets worldwide; media training scientists and statisticians; and leading workshops across the US for journalists ... Read more

Shelley Barajas-Leyva Shelley Barajas-Leyva, MA, is a native San Diegan who has served as a proud NCRC trainer since 2011. During this timeframe, Shelley has had the privilege of teaching conflict resolution skills and the ART of Inclusive Communication to diverse populations. She has also expanded her role as a circle dialogue facilitator, through which she ... Read more

Bob Berk Dr. Bob Berk is the founder of New Table Consulting, a group that focuses on building capacity in individuals and organizations. After earning his degree in biology from University of California - San Diego, Bob began teaching students with emotional and behavior struggles in the Cincinnati area. This work led to Bob's return ... Read more

Karla Broady Karla Broady has close to 10 years of experience doing conflict resolution and mediation work. Much of this time has been spent at the National Conflict Resolution Center.  She is currently the Coordinator for NCRC’s Restorative Justice Program in San Diego County where she supports the RJ Specialists who work to help strengthen ... Read more

Carol Brookins Carol Brookins brings more than twenty years of progressive human resources and employee relations experience in the corporate financial industry. Carol's longstanding work at JPMorgan Chase include her primary roles as Vice President of Human Resources and Employee Relations. Carol has conducted and managed investigations of workplace discrimination complaints filed with federal and ... Read more

Jessé Brookins Jesse holds a Master of Arts in Applied Sociology with an emphasis in Race and Ethnic Relations. He has held positions within Northern Arizona University’s Office of Inclusion & Diversity, Department of Ethnic Studies, and other roles within Student leadership/organization. Jessé is passionate about social equality and equity. As a NRCR Trainer for ... Read more

Emma Celeste Emma Celeste is the Events and Marketing Specialist at San Diego State University within the Fowler College of Business. With a background in strategic communication, she is acutely aware of the impact our words have on communities when in dialogue about conflict, culture, and communication. With this experience, she is able to hold ... Read more

Dari DeSousa Dari is a career Human Resources Professional with 30+ years of broad HR experience, extensive professional knowledge, and the ability to manage projects ranging from small to large. She is well-known for her enthusiasm, energy, and work ethic. In 2020, Dari created her own HR consulting firm and is a California subject matter ... Read more

Steven P. Dinkin Steven P. Dinkin has been President of NCRC since 2003. He has also taught mediation and conflict resolution courses in the United States, Europe and Latin America. Prior to joining NCRC, Steven mediated workplace and employment cases under contract with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Federal Reserve System and the Office of ... Read more

Noushin Dunkelman Noushin Dunkelman is the founder of MaxSynergy Consulting. Her focus is working with biotech companies to optimize organizational, team, and individual performance and effectiveness. After earning her degree in Biomechanical Engineering from the University of California - San Diego, Noushin spent the next 25 years in small to midsize companies in the areas ... Read more