About me
Melinda Barbosa is a facilitator, trainer, and leadership coach who helps mission-driven organizations and individuals harness the power of storytelling for healing and social change. Rooted in the values of community, structure, and mutual care from her Cape Verdean immigrant upbringing, she centers belonging, grace, and accountability in her work.
Through her consulting practice, Melinda partners with organizations to navigate change, strengthen leadership, and build cultures of equity and care. She specializes in supporting BIPOC-led and community-driven initiatives, offering coaching, facilitation, and strategic guidance to help teams work collaboratively, deepen impact, and align with their values.