Desta Cantave is a full-spectrum doula, an herbalist, and the Program Manager for the Emerging Leaders program at Collective Power. She began her relationship with Collective Power as a Collective Rising intern and program participant during her undergrad years, and went on to become a Program Coordinator at Collective Power upon graduating with a BA from Hampshire College in 2019. During her studies, she also received a certificate in Reproductive Health, Rights & Justice as well as an Ikeda Soka Peace Studies award. Desta has a background in facilitation and popular education; but has also worked in event planning & coordination in the food & beverage industry. Outside of work, Desta enjoys knitting, seeing live music, cooking, and tarot.