Walter T BouldenWalter T. Boulden, PhD is a retired Associate Social Work Professor with over twenty years of experience researching and teaching cultural competency, social justice and community development. He has nine published articles in peer-reviewed professioal journals and books. Moreover, he has facilitated group and community dialogue; administered community based programs; provided direct human services in both rural and urban settings; and presented to multiple audiences at the national, regional, and local levels for over twenty-nine years. He is committed to continuous education and active advocacy for social justice and the rights of all people; with the intent of eradicating hatred and violence, helping people and communities reach their fullest potential, and alleviate the obstacles that prevent them from accessing the opportunities necessary to do so.