Beyond technology-driven programs, Dr. Javiera Monardez Popelka is actively involved in community health education that directly impacts families. Dr. Monardez Popelka’s expertise extends beyond families to organizational leadership and wellness. Through LatinoLEAD’s Avanzando Liderazgo Program, she guided participants in creating sustainable habits that support both personal health and effective leadership. Brenda Sanchez, Director of Leadership Programs, notes, “Javiera helped us reframe wellness not as a luxury, but as a vital part of sustainable leadership.”Collaborations with organizations like CLUES Minnesota have focused on nutrition, wellness, and educational preparation for Latino children transitioning to kindergarten.
Her trauma-informed approach has also been crucial for organizations like HealthFinders Collaborative, where staff learned to implement systemic practices that support both colleagues and community members. Through workshops and ongoing coaching, Dr. Monardez Popelka helped staff identify areas for improvement, design solutions, and integrate trauma-informed principles into everyday practices, fostering healthier workplaces and better service delivery.
