Dax Valdes

Dax Valdes is a Senior Trainer at Right To Be, an organization dedicated to creating safer and more inclusive environments. He uses he/him pronouns and is based in New York City.12

Professional Background

Dax has an extensive background in the performing arts and education. He is an actor, choreographer, director, and teaching artist.1 His work with Right To Be (formerly known as Hollaback!) has been significant, with him having trained over 150,000 people during his tenure.1

Role at Right To Be

As a Senior Trainer, Dax specializes in training and facilitation. He has been with the organization since at least June 2021, when he started as a Trainer before being promoted to Senior Trainer.2 In his role, he focuses on:

• Bystander Intervention Training: Dax conducts workshops on the "5 D's of Bystander Intervention," which are strategies to help people intervene safely when witnessing harassment or discrimination.46
• Workplace Harassment Reduction: He works on preparing professionals and leaders to create safer and more inclusive environments in workplaces, schools, and other settings.5

Impact and Reach

Dax's work has had a significant impact. He has been involved in various initiatives, including:

• A pilot program at a Brooklyn high school focused on cultivating a safe and inclusive workplace.3
• Conducting training sessions for thousands of individuals across different sectors.

Dax Valdes brings his diverse background in the arts and education to his role at Right To Be, contributing to the organization's mission of creating a world free of harassment and filled with humanity.