Executive Team

Diana Lopez

Founder/CEO

Diana Lopez is a seasoned legal professional with over 30 years of experience in the field. Currently Diana is dedicated to advocating for victims and survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. As the Founder of The Medusa Project, Inc., a non-profit located in the Bay Area, Diana has channeled her expertise into creating a powerful platform for change and support. Her commitment to justice and empowerment extends beyond her organization; she is also the host of “Medusa’s Awakening Podcast,” where she engages in impactful conversations, raises awareness about critical issues that plagues our communities, while inspiring hope for the future. A passionate public speaker, Diana uses her voice and experience to inspire and educate, driving forward the mission to support and uplift those most vulnerable.

Aria Babow

Executive Director of Education and Marketing

Aria Babow is an anti-trafficking consultant, educator, and advocate with lived experience. For over nine years, she has dedicated herself to educating youth on the dangers of human trafficking, sexual assault, domestic violence, and online exploitation. Aria brings prevention-focused education directly into classrooms, using trauma-informed, age-appropriate methods to empower students with knowledge and strategies to stay safe.

As an active member of the San Francisco Collaborative Against Human Trafficking, Aria continues to raise awareness, collaborate with other advocates, and push for survivor-centered solutions. Driven by her own lived experience, Aria speaks with honesty, compassion, and a fierce commitment to breaking cycles of abuse and exploitation. Her mission: educate, empower, and ensure that no child is left in the dark about the dangers of traffickers.

Beyond her advocacy work, Aria is also a passionate artist—working as an actress, model, and creative force in musical theatre—using storytelling as a powerful tool to foster empathy and spark change.