Qwynn Galloway-Salazar, PhD
Qwynn Galloway-Salazar, PhD is the founder and CEO of In Their Honor. As an Army veteran, spouse to a combat veteran, end-of-life doula educator, and storyteller, she has proudly devoted more than two decades to elevating the quality of life of military and veteran communities. In founding In Their Honor, Qwynn embarked on a mission to collaborate with communities, states, academia, and organizations to ensure veterans and their loved ones receive the support they deserve through the end of life.
Qwynn extends her expertise and strategic direction to numerous military and veteran community efforts focused on women veterans, LGBTQIA+ veterans, workforce development, suicide prevention, caregiving, aging/longevity, and end of life. Notably, she served as the lead advisor for PsychArmor’s groundbreaking “Caring for Veterans Through the End-of-Life Collection.” This 3-part collection, infused with profound wisdom and empathy, offers invaluable guidance and support for compassionate communities, caregivers/loved ones, and healthcare providers.
In 2024, she was appointed to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization’s End-of-Life Doula Council. Additionally, she is a founding member of the Compassionate Communities Think Tank (U.S.), advocating for social change related to community-based end-of-life support.
Qwynn also serves on the advisory board for the Veterans Studies Association and is the co-principal investigator for the Brooklyn College Veterans History Project. In her spare time, Qwynn mentors Master and Doctoral level students.
Recognized as one of USA Today’s 2024 Women of the Year underscores her significant national contributions. Previously, the Georgia Department of Veterans Services awarded her the inaugural Woman Veteran of the Year (2022-2023). This dual recognition highlights her dedication, leadership, and commitment to making a difference in her community and the nation.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Qwynn Galloway-Salazar is the founder of In Their Honor, LLC. She has an employment relationship with Brooklyn College. Qwynn Galloway-Salazar receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Qwynn Galloway-Salazar is a member of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
