Talatou Maiga

Talatou Maiga currently serves as the District Ombuds for EUGENE SD 4J in Eugene, OR, beginning in December 2023. With a notable background in conflict resolution, Talatou has been a Mediator at Utah State Courts since May 2012, specializing in community issues, civil rights, small claims, labor disputes, and landlord-tenant conflicts. Previously, Talatou held the position of Ombudsman and Coordinator of Conflict Resolution at Utah Valley University from July 2017 to November 2023, where responsibilities included investigating policy violations and organizing training in conflict resolution. Earlier experience includes serving as an Ombudsman and Coordinator of Conflict Resolution in various educational institutions, as well as part-time instructor and researcher at the University of Utah, and teaching with the Granite School District. Talatou is also a certified Federal Court Interpreter fluent in multiple languages. Educational qualifications include a PhD in Education, Culture and Society, with a focus on Conflict Resolution and Mediation from the University of Utah.