About Us

Humanity Communications Collective

Humanity Communications Collective is a boutique, social justice-driven, strategic communications consulting group focused on making human and emotional connections through real talk: digitally and in real life.

We are woman-of-color owned with an array of diverse expertise. We live in the intersection of communications, digital, non-profit, and cultural competency.

It’s what we do

Communications Support

We provide tailored training to empower your team with the skills and strategies they need to amplify your mission. From crafting cohesive messages to developing a resonant narrative, we equip your team to communicate with impact and authenticity.

Public Relations

We help elevate your brand’s vice with a strategic approach to media outreach, story development, and relationship building. We’ve had placements in O Magazine, Vanity Fair, Forbes, Vogue, The Wall Street Journal, LA Times, and many others.

Digital Strategy

Our digital strategy services ensure each piece of your online presence, from social media to newsletters, aligns with your goals and connects with your audience. We provide strategic insights, develop engaging copy, and handle the details so your digital ecosystem works seamlessly.

Campaign Support

If you need comprehensive communications support for a campaign, we’re here to help. From messaging and content creation to digital engagement, ensure your campaign reaches and resonates with the right audiences to drive real impact.

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IMPRESSIONS
Nearly 2.5 million ORGANIC social media impressions generated for clients in 2024.

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TEAM MEMBERS
Six dedicated team members who are world class in their field and smart as hell.

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POSTS
More than two thousand individual social media posts, blogs, and newsletters written for clients in 2024.
Yanira Castro

CEO
Lover of humanity, travel junkie, and guilty of reading 5 books at once.

Yanira Castro

CEO, Humanity Communications Collective
Yanira M. Castro (she/her/ella) is a speaker and communications professional with more than 20 years of experience in telling inspiring stories to audiences ranging from national television shows to leading digital channels.

Expert Team

Our diverse team of experts are here to assist you in reaching your strategic communications goals creatively and effectively. And we're a whole lot of fun!

Danette Dominguez (She/Her/Ella)

Sr. Project Manager and Account Services
Probably on an airplane, trying out a new restaurant, dancing at a music festival, or lifting weights!

Jaqueta Abbey (She/Her)

Website & Newsletter Marketing Specialist
An author and avid traveler with a passion for belly dance & bachata.

Catalina V Silva (She/Her/Ella)

PR and Media Manager
Outdoor lover. Chicken mom and human mom. Book nerd and crime junkie.

Ashley Land (She/Her)

Digital Content Creator
Chicago native with a passion for social justice and an addiction to Netflix.

Shana Gordon Dupuis
Shana Gordon Dupuis (She/Her)

Client Service & Account Manager
Lover of learning and history who is still singing along loudly to show tunes and 90s R&B!

Hopefully, I’ve communicated how much I love your work, and in case I haven’t been clear, I love your work. You are making the whole thing go. And given where we were, and the complex dynamics at play, I’m extremely grateful for your systems approach, the doggedness, the quality of the messaging, the sophistication of building engagement. And you and your team is so gracious and professional.

ROB BENNETT SENIOR ADVISOR JUST COMMUNITIES

Yanira is an expert communicator. She understands how to navigate and leverage both digital and traditional media platforms to deploy the right message to the right audience every time

RUE MAPP CEO and Founder

Yanira’s fresh take on how to use marketing for social entrepreneurship allows me to expand my reach across the globe. Her keen eye has helped me take advantage of many opportunities.

ROSA CLEMENTE Producer

Yanira and her team gave us just what we needed to make our business ideas concrete. The innovative style and creativity used to design our branding and marketing approach is unmatched. Yanira “gets us” and now we are ready to soar.

KENDRA AND KRIS Founders

Yanira Castro and her team have truly been a godsend. I feel honored to work with an amazing woman-owned company that has been supportive of MPJI all the way. Her expertise and knowledge and care are out of this world. It is a tremendous asset to have her offerings throughout the day. The Humanity team pushes our ability to realize our dreams and desires to grow; their work is essential to any company or organization. We are extremely grateful to Humanity and recommend them everywhere we go.

ELLE MOXLEY Founder and Executive Director

Yanira, Tiffany and the Humanity Communications Collective team is our touchstone, tried and true partner, and creative inspiration for all our digital communications. They are values-aligned, super savvy and know how to "get in where they fit in" so we can meet short-term capacity needs while also building a longer-term communications strategy. I can't recommend them enough and am grateful for their partnership these last three years.

SARAH STANLEY HOPE VP Brand + Partnerships