Justin Loza is a Lifetime Member, President of Veterans For Peace Chapter 46 Monterey and has been a member of Veterans For Peace for over a decade. A U.S. Air Force veteran raised in Santa Cruz, California, he is fascinated by improving how people organize, collaborate, and solve problems together. He believes that many of society’s challenges, including war and conflict, can be addressed through better communication, mutual influence, and the co-creation of organizations that foster trust and shared purpose. Justin holds degrees in Political Science and Public Administration and is a lifelong student of human cooperation. A first generation United Statesian, bilingual in Spanish, and small business owner, he brings a broad perspective to his work in peace and community building. He lives on California’s Central Coast with his wife, 2 dogs, a cat, and is eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child, whom he hopes will help build a more peaceful world.