Organization Leadership 

Kayla Willis received her BA in Political Science and Spanish from Fisk University. In addition to founding MTN,  she is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and an active advocate for all.  In addition, Kayla is currently receiving her Master of Science in Political Analytics at Columbia University, where she is the first HBCU Fellow to represent the program. She uses her endeavors to help fulfill her personal purpose. Kayla serves on the board form ClearHeart Global, a member of the Greater Fisk Alumni Association, and Vice President of the Association of Policy, Law, and Analysis. Kayla hopes to get her Ph.D and return to Atlanta to pursue a career in politics. 

Khadirah Muhammad is a senior Prelaw Political Science major with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership at Georgia State University. In addition to her service with MTN, she is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a Legal Administrative Assistant for KMCL, and often seeks out ways to be civically engaged within her community. Upon graduation, Khadirah plans to pursue a Master’s Degree in Public Health and a Juris Doctorate, to further her career focus on civil and human rights advocacy, amplifying her impact on marginalized communities.

Aspen Humes is a Master of Public Health candidate at Georgia State University with a focus on health behavior and communication. Currently, she works as a contractor for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), supporting organizational development and leadership initiatives. Aspen is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., where she actively contributes to service and community-focused projects. With expertise in project management, strategic communication, and health intervention planning, she is dedicated to advancing equity and creating comprehensive and culturally relevant public health solutions.

Sariya received her B.S in Psychology and Spanish from Mercer University.  In addition to her work with MTN, she is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.  She is an entrepreneur and the girl's soccer coach at Westlake High School. She is an advocate for mental health development within minority adolescents and has a passion for sculpting the youth!

Taylar Davis received her BS in Public Health with an Emphasis in Health Education and Promotion from Georgia Southern University. During college, she was involved in numerous organizations including Leading Women of Tomorrow’s executive board and the 2022 Cohort team of More than Numbers. She is passionate about helping overlooked communities obtain access to proper education and healthcare. Taylar has plans to continue her education by pursuing her Masters in Health Informatics in the fall of 2024. 

Kahnia Bell is an alumna from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, receiving her BS in Civil Engineering in 2023.  She currently works for The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company as a Project Engineer. Throughout her college career, she was a member of plenty organizations whose purpose was to mentor and support students transitioning into college. One of her passions is bringing African American women into the construction industry and supporting their growth and success. 

Summer Clark is a recent graduate from Georgia State University with a B.B.A. in Hospitality Management and a minor in Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies. Summer was a well recognized student leader receiving a Royal Flame Leadership Award along with the Nell Hamilton Trotter Student Leadership Award. Summer served as President of 4 organizations and also received 10+ scholarships while in school. Summer is a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. and a competition choreographer for their home dance studio. Summer is actively pursuing a career path in community engagement and development.

Mia Trapp earned her B.S. in Marketing from the University of Southern Mississippi and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Human Capital Development. Post graduation she began her career as a District Sales Manager at Frito-Lay and is a proud member of the Sigma Omicron Zeta Graduate Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. Passionate about professional development, she is committed to fostering meaningful connections and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in all spaces.

Amaya Griffin is a senior at Georgia State University, pursuing a bachelor's degree in Political Science. With hands-on and academic experience at nonprofits that tackle inequality in the South, including the E Pluribus Unum Fund and the Feminist Women's Health Center, Amaya is passionate about addressing social justice issues.  After graduation, Amaya plans to pursue a career in urban planning, where she aims to address disparities in education, housing, and healthcare.

Maya Hood is a journalist and public relations professional. While born on the southside of Chicago, she received her bachelor's degree from Fisk University in Nashville, TN. She has since found her purpose and passion in storytelling and service, specifically in higher education. Maya believes in "paying it forward" and bridging the opportunity gap between the youth and HBCU and southern schools. She is currently in graduate school to receive her master's in PR while working tirelessly to promote increased resources and education for the next generation.

Tykerria Jones  has obtained a Associate’s Degree from East Mississippi Community College and Bachelors Degree from Mississippi State University in Psychology. Tykerria managed to involve herself in many different organizations such as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, SGA, Black Student Association, Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society, Phi Theta Kappa, Presidential Scholars, I.D.E.A.L Woman, Eastern Belle Dancers, Student Ambassadors, and an  orientation leader while working as an assistant store manager at Rue21. In the future , she plans on continuing school to become a psychiatrist.

Oba Samaye received his A.B. In Economics from the University of Georgia. He is currently a M.S. candidate in Higher Education Administration and works as a GA at Texas A&M University. Oba has a passion for supporting students in their college journey and helping them in their growth and success.