About The Founder

Dāli Rivera - Parenting Coach, Speaker, and Bullying Prevention Educator

Dāli Rivera is a respected parenting coach, speaker, author, and the founder of the Diversity and Anti-Bullying Academy (DABA). She empowers parents and educators to raise confident, inclusive, and bully-proof children through practical tools and meaningful conversations. A proud U.S. Army veteran and mother of two, Dāli combines discipline, compassion, and expertise to help families and schools build safer, more empathetic communities.

Her passion for bullying prevention began when her then five-year-old daughter was repeatedly bullied, and the school failed to offer timely or realistic solutions. That experience transformed Dāli’s pain into purpose, leading her to research the systemic barriers that prevent effective interventions and to create solutions that empower both parents and educators.

Through DaliTalks LLC, Dāli has become a trusted voice for families seeking to navigate the challenges of bullying prevention and communication. Her company offers workshops, speaking engagements, and coaching programs designed to help parents advocate confidently for their children while fostering empathy and leadership at home.

As host and producer of The DaliTalks Podcast and The DaliTalks Show on YouTube, she facilitates insightful conversations about parenting, diversity, and emotional intelligence. Her relatable and practical approach has made her a sought-after guest for conferences, schools, and media outlets across the country.

Dāli’s work is also featured in several publications, including her books “Confident, Bully-Proof Kids” and “Your Guide to Bullying Prevention”, as well as “Awakening Your Power: Real Stories of Women’s Empowerment,” an anthology by Passionistas Press where she shares one of the many personal stories that inspired her lifelong advocacy for victims of bullying and discrimination.

Holding a Master of Science in Women and Gender Studies with a concentration in Social Policy and Leadershipfrom Towson University, Dāli blends academic rigor with lived experience to deliver education that empowers. Her mission is clear — to help families raise confident, kind, and courageous children while creating communities rooted in respect and inclusion.

Learn more about her work, programs, and speaking opportunities at DaliTalks.com .