Kora Delta, United States Air Force veteran, writer, and aspiring pilot (she/her)

Kora Delta “Tetra” is a United States Air Force veteran, writer, mystic, and spiritual channel whose work centers on healing, self remembrance, and the liberation of transgender service members and veterans. A Creative Mind, Spiritual Being, and Adventurous Soul, she brings a multidimensional perspective to every space she enters, blending grounded lived experience with intuitive wisdom and deep emotional presence.

After separating from the military in 2025, Kora stepped into a new chapter devoted to inner transformation, healing work, and service to her community. Her spiritual path is shaped by ceremony, meditation, energy awareness, and channeling, allowing her to guide others toward clarity and connection while honoring the complexity of her own journey.

As an aspiring pilot, Kora is building a path in aviation that aligns with her truth, her resilience, and her desire to fly in every sense of the word. She believes that spiritual growth and social justice are interconnected, and that trans veterans hold a rare form of strength shaped by courage, vulnerability, and the willingness to live authentically.

Kora is a recipient of the SPARTA LGBT Luminary Award, where she was personally recognized by members of Congress for her advocacy and leadership within the transgender military and veteran community. She writes about identity, embodiment, healing, and the subtle threads of intuition that have shaped her life, weaving her channeling and ceremonies into her advocacy and storytelling.

Her leadership is rooted in compassion, clarity, and spiritual insight. Whether speaking on policy, guiding others through reflection, or simply holding space, Kora is committed to making sure that every trans veteran is seen, supported, and free to shape a future as expansive as they are.

Skyler Cooper, Gulf War Veteran and Director/Producer/Sensitivity Consultant/EDI (he/him)

Skyler Cooper is a Gulf War Combat veteran who served eleven years in the U.S. military, followed by eight years as a field service robotic engineer in the high-tech industry. Recognizing the need for diversity and inclusion in the corporate world, Skyler became an actor and filmmaker, focusing on stories of marginalized groups, particularly those related to gender, to bring about positive transformation. This has led him to pursue a focus in social justice and  he continues his work utilizing his  degrees in Sociology and Communication as well as his background in the Arts. Skyer has presented and provided his expertise in many presentations/panels, including the VA Transposium for Transgender Health Care.

Jayden Torrey, United States Army Veteran and Art Therapist (he/him)

SFC Jayden Torrey, United States Army (retired), concluded his career in 2025 after 23 years of distinguished service. He began his career in the United States Navy as an Avionics Technician, deploying twice in support of the Global War on Terrorism, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. After his first term, he transferred into the Army as a Combat Medic where he dedicated his life to serving others. Now in retirement, he is looking to transition his skills into the mental health field as an Art Therapist, while continuing to assist those in need.

Lene Mees de Trincht, Common Defense, Navy/Coast Guard veteran, organizer and activist (she/her)

Lene Mees de Tricht (she/her) is a ten year navy and coast guard veteran intelligence analyst. She has fought to expand minority rights, especially trans rights and in solidarity with other marginalized minority groups, for the last 13 years. She currently serves as the Deputy Director for Member Engagement at Common Defense, the nation's largest grassroots progressive veteran's organization.