Joél Simone

Joél Simone Maldonado, also known as The Grave Woman, is an internationally recognized and award-winning death care professional and educator. They founded The Multicultural Death & Grief Academy, focusing on cultural competency in end-of-life care. Joél has worked in the death care industry since 2010 and possesses over 15 years of experience in health care. Currently, Joél serves on the Board of Directors for Compassion and Choices, co-chairs its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee, and actively volunteers with the organization's African American Leadership Council. Through various platforms, including courses and social media, Joél emphasizes the importance of understanding multicultural nuances in death and grief care.