Carol G. Velandia Pardo, CHI, PMP, MBA, MSW

Carol G. Velandia Pardo, CHI, PMP, MBA, MSW, is a dynamic leader and passionate advocate for language access, language rights, and language justice. As an award-winning curriculum developer and the founder and CEO of Equal Access Language Services and Unheard Voices, she has played a pivotal role in advancing equitable access to services for multilingual populations across the United States.

A key accomplishment in her work is the creation of the interprofessional Curriculum: Effective Inclusion through Language Access, a groundbreaking educational program taught to organizations and institutions. Carol envisions this curriculum as a catalyst for a cultural shift, embedding language accessibility as a cornerstone of true inclusion. By addressing the needs of nearly 26 million multilingual individuals in the U.S., her work has a profound impact on improving outcomes in healthcare, justice, and education.

In addition to her advocacy, Carol is an expert in negotiation and conflict resolution, further enhancing her ability to drive change in complex, diverse environments. In her personal life, she enjoys traveling, watching movies, and dancing flamenco—a perfect reflection of her vibrant spirit and dedication to both social justice and personal fulfillment.