Emiliano López was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. He currently works as Communications Manager for Initiate Justice Action, mobilizing the political power of people impacted by incarceration to advance progressive policies. He is also the founder of Project Protocol, an innovative app designed to empower individuals on parole by providing a platform to rate and review their parole officers. Emiliano has harnessed his experiences through the carceral system to catalyze a vision of transparency and accountability. This initiative complements his role as the Board Chair of Creative Acts, a nonprofit that seeks to transform urgent social justice issues through the revolutionary power of the Arts to heal trauma, build community, raise power, and center the voices of those who are or have been incarcerated. Emiliano is a street photographer in his spare time, allowing him to capture the vibrance of urban life and the essence of human experience through his lens. His work exemplifies the intersection of technology, art, and activism, utilizing his diverse talents to effect change.