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# About Our Team

VIVA is a woman-owned social impact consulting firm that works with nonprofits, public agencies, philanthropies, and other mission-driven organizations. For more than a decade, we've been helping clients solve the complex challenges that lead to transformational changes for families and communities.

**Want to make an impact? We've got your back.**

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#### [Christina Collosi](https://vivasocialimpact.com/christina-collosi?hsLang=en)

##### Founder

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#### [Iris Elent, MSW](https://vivasocialimpact.com/iris-elent?hsLang=en)

##### Director

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# What Moves Us

 

#### Integrity

We commit to doing the right thing, even when nobody's watching.

 

#### Justice

We pursue opportunities to disrupt inequalities and push for all people to be treated with honor and respect.

 

#### Persistence

Working for change can be a journey. We take the long view, and we don’t give up easily.  

 

#### Empathy

People have complex lives and needs. We don’t pretend to know everything or everyone. We approach our work with compassion, humility and openness to understanding.

 

#### Innovation

Tough challenges demand creative thinking, rigorous discussion, and a can-do mindset. We help our clients question accepted wisdom and reframe possibilities.

 

#### Excellence

Doing great work is only part of a successful engagement. We always go the extra mile - building trust, bringing levity, and creating momentum.

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