Equity-centered Coaching & Consulting for Leaders, Teams, and Communities

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Hi, I’m Yoo-Jin, executive coach, organizational development consultant, and systems-based astrologer.

I help leaders, teams, and organizations move from burnout and misalignment to clarity, resilience, and sustainable transformation.

My work blends executive coaching, organizational strategy, and trauma-informed somatic practices, alongside integrative tools like mindfulness and astrology, to support leaders navigating complexity, change, and high-stakes environments.

I specialize in supporting BIPOC, Asian and Pacific Islander, Queer, First-Generation professionals, survivors, and femmes/women—particularly those carrying disproportionate responsibility at work and in their communities.

Clients come to me when they are:

  • Burned out but still high-performing

  • Navigating power, identity, or systemic barriers at work

  • Seeking leadership that is values-aligned and sustainable

  • Ready to move beyond coping toward lasting change

My approach is grounded in healing justice, transformative leadership, and equity-driven strategy. I integrate evidence-based frameworks with reflective and somatic practices to support both individual growth and organizational health.

The result is leadership that is:

  • Clear rather than reactive

  • Sustainable rather than extractive

  • Aligned with both values and impact

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Areas of Expertise

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Organizational Culture Work

BIPOC and First-Generation leaders & professionals

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Leadership & Executive Coaching

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I specialize in working with…

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Mission-driven organizations & philanthropic foundations

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Integrative Tools for Personalized Support

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People seeking healing from burnout or workplace trauma

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Survivors of Trauma and Violence

Scholarships & Awards

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Personalized consulting and facilitation for organizations and collectives seeking equity, sustainability, and cultural transformation.

Through my workshops, retreats, keynotes, and trainings, I draw on my 12+ years experience in DEI strategy, leadership development, public health, and healing justice to create values-centered experiences for teams. Each engagement is tailored to your organization’s goals, whether you’re building equity-centered policies, reimagining power, or supporting staff wellbeing to prevent burnout.

For Groups, Organizations, Collectives

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As Seen On…

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Pocast feature: ELDEST DAUGHTER TALK - Does Being an Eldest Daughter Mean Becoming a Second Mom? Yoo Jin Kang Part 1
Podcast Feature: Community & Heart Centered Healing with Yoo-Jin Kang and Wing
UMBC TED X 2015: Reframing Violence
National Healthy Masculinity Conversation Series: Conversation #9 with DC Universities
Firechat Feature: Finding Your Aligned Path: Coming Home to Your Body, Voice, and Purpose with Yoo-Jin Kang In this episode, I’m sharing a replay of a beautiful fireside chat I had with my friend, Yoo-Jin Kang (a trauma-informed consultant, astrologe
Webinar: Practical Tools for Supporting Survivors' Mental Health in the Workplace (Part 1)
American University Virtual Self-Care Webinar
Karel Fellow Yoo-Jin Kang describes her experiences working at Trust for America's Health as she tacked the question: "What is public interest communications?" Kang's specialization is intimate parter violence--and she shocked the audience by candidl
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I bring over a decade of experience in DEI strategy, leadership development, and healing justice. My organizational offerings include retreats, workshops, and consulting that meet teams where they are and guide them toward building sustainable, equity-centered cultures of care and accountability.

  • How leaders and teams can move beyond cycles of burnout by building equity-centered, sustainable practices that support both people and performance.

  • Practical strategies for creating accessible, trauma-informed, and equity-driven spaces where all participants can contribute fully and feel valued.

  • Exploring how to navigate and transform conflict, share and shift power between boards, staff, and communities to build cultures of accountability, equity, and trust.

  • Evidence-based tools and rituals for preventing burnout and nurturing resilience, especially for BIPOC, first-gen, and frontline leaders holding multiplied responsibilities.

  • A values-based approach to embedding DEI into everyday organizational practices, from decision-making to policy design, to create cultures of belonging and justice.

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Personalized coaching for leaders and changemakers seeking clarity, strategy, and alignment.

Through my 1:1 coaching, I integrate my background in executive leadership, career development, astrology, and healing modalities to create personalized, values-centered support. Each coaching journey is adaptable to your needs, whether you’re seeking clarity, alignment, or strategies to thrive without burning out.

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“Working with Yoo-Jin gave me the confidence to walk into interviews and land my dream job. I’m so grateful for her support.”

— Paula G.

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