Hello, I’m Nara Muniz. I’m glad you’re here!

I founded Next Flow Strategies to support individuals and organizations in implementing intentional change.

My work focuses on moments of transition—when people or organizations need clarity, confidence, and a way forward grounded in purpose. I bring over 30 years of experience in education, along with extensive work in program coordination and community development.

Below, you can learn more about my work, background, and what shapes how I show up—open the sections that interest you, and have fun! 😎

  • Life Coaching
    Supporting individuals in finding clarity, balance, and direction during periods of change.

    Leadership Coaching & Professional Development
    Working with individuals and teams to align values, confidence, and purpose through reflective, practice-based learning.

    Program & Project Management
    Supporting organizations in turning ideas into measurable impact through structure, collaboration, and shared accountability.

    Data-Informed Strategy
    Using evidence and context to strengthen programs, guide decision-making, and support community impact.

    At the heart of my work is a simple belief: when people are supported to act with purpose, communities move forward.

  • ICF Coaching Certification — in progress (expected Summer 2026)
    Leadership Coaching Certification — Institute for Life Coach Training (ILCT)
    Urban Leadership Fellow (Cohort XI) — RISE San Diego
    Lean Six Sigma Green Belt — University of California, Davis
    PhD, African Literature — University of Sussex
    MA, African History — El Colegio de México
    BA, History — Universidade Federal Fluminense
    Teaching Certification, Humanities — Universidade Federal Fluminense

  • Description text goes hereOver 30 years of experience in education, nonprofit leadership, and community-based work. My professional experience spans work across different countries, shaping a cross-cultural perspective on education, leadership, and community development.

    Since relocating to the United States in 2017, I have held leadership and senior roles including Program Director of Mi Universidad (UC San Diego Extended Studies) and Youth & Senior Services Director at Casa Familiar, leading educational, youth, and community-based initiatives serving diverse populations.

    I have also worked as a Humanities teacher at Thrive Public Schools, where I learned deeply from the communities we served.

    For a full résumé and detailed career history, please visit my LinkedIn profile.

  • I’m Brazilian, married to a Mexican man, and the mother of a multicultural teenager. I also share my home with 20 rescue pets 🐾 🦆 🐔 🦎 (which says a lot about my patience and care for living beings.)

    For self-care, I row before sunrise 🚣, meditate 🧘🏽‍♀️, and make miniatures 🎨.

    📚 I enjoy detective novels, British TV, and dancing when no one is watching (which is for everyone’s benefit). 💃🏽

    Right now, I’m working on using my words with more care: honesty when it serves, or choosing quiet when best.