Civic Engagement Fellow

CarReisha Headen

CarReisha is a native of Talladega, 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 1/2 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 1/2 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.