Niaja is a seasoned community and organizational leader with more than 20 years of experience serving children, families, and communities through program leadership, grant management, community partnerships, quality improvement, and organizational development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and Criminal Psychology and a Master of Arts in Social Sciences with a concentration in Sociology. Her professional experience includes behavioral health, prevention, public health, health and wellness, family services, grant oversight, and community engagement. Niaja is passionate about helping individuals, families, and communities thrive and believes that strong relationships, access to resources, and whole-person wellness can create lasting change. She is also a certified health and wellness coach and a strong advocate for social change, leadership, financial literacy, and healthy living. Outside of work, Niaja enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, volunteering in her community and church, reading, fitness, gardening, self-development, and biblical studies. Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Niaja is proud to call the Tampa Bay area home.

Leonila is native to La Ceiba, Honduras. She speaks fluent Garifuna, Spanish, and English. Leonila started her work in the educational system in 1988 and spent several years working as a school principal in Honduras. Once she and her family moved to the United States she continued her career with a focus in childcare education. Leonila believes that life is a learning process and her greatest passion is to serve children and families. ¡Yo hablo español y Garifuna!

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Jalen was born and raised in Tampa, Florida and is passionate about supporting young adults. His work is guided by his love for fitness, self-improvement, and helping young adults avoid the mistakes he has learned from in his own Journey. Jalen believes in leading with honesty, compassion, and encouragement, creating a safe space where others can grow and feel understood. In his free time, he enjoys working out, anime, and finding meaningful ways to inspire and motivate the people around him.

Blanca is a proud Spanish-speaking mother of four, two sons and two daughters, and a loving grandmother of five. She is passionate about serving her community, supporting families, and promoting strong family values. Her faith plays an important role in her life, and she actively participates in her church and various community organizations. Blanca believes in the power of kindness, compassion, and unity, and finds great joy in helping others feel supported, valued, and empowered.