MEET THE TEAM
Prevention Education Empowerment Ambassador
Jasmine Bonner
Jasmine is a native of Birmingham, AL. She began as a client at T.A.K.E. 4 years ago since then she has completed the youth mentor-ship program. She started out as 1/3 of the P.E.E.A. Squad and later moved on to be apart of Civic Engagement Program.
Civic Engagement Fellow
AJ Scruggs
AJ is the Founder of Visible Truth 365 in Philadelphia, PA, and currently serving as the Civic Engagement Fellow with TAKE and the PA Coalition for trans youth. He also serves the trans community through education as a National HIV trainer with NMAC’s Elevate program.
Prevention Education Empowerment Ambassador
Taylor Bee
Taylor a native of Bessemer,AL. She spent most of her early years in the Ballroom scene. She came to T.A.K.E as a volunteer before becoming apart of the P.E.E.A Squad, doing community outreach throughout Birmingham.
Prevention Education Empowerment Ambassador
Kesha Holloway
Kesha spent years as a community volunteer at T.A.K.E before she joined the P.E.E.A Squad providing community outreach bridging the gap. She specializes in self esteem building and modern fashion while also running her own business.
Facilities Support Specialist
Guelivia Pharris
Known as Mama Dee, Guelivia, is a native of Birmingham. Over the years she has been a big supporter of TPOC. Her love, compassion and support for TPOC led her to joining the T.A.K.E team.
Facilities Support
Wytesha Lawrence
Wytesha has been a comrade of the LGBTQ community for over 17 years. She has spent the last 20 years helping people in the community doing medical work on all levels. She's dedicated to improving the quality of life.