Iya Abiye Mawusi Ashshakir Founder of The Mothership Center Iya Abiye Mawusi Ashshakir, also known as Mama Mawusi, has been supporting women in the birthwork for over 24 years and was initiated into birthwork and given the name Iya Abiye in 2015. She is a MH, Midwife Founder and Guardian Director. "The Creator has a master plan and the plan for me is to fully live out the power and potential of Afrikan Wombmanhood." - M

Wande Okunoren-Meadows Executive Director of Hand, Heart and Soul Project Wande Okunoren-Meadows is the Executive Director of Hand, Heart and Soul Project. ​It was birthed from organic, genuine adoration for the Clayton Community, with Little Ones Learning Center as the incubator. The center was a model site providing high quality care for young learners while providing them access to a nutritious, farm-to-table diet. Fo

Brian Westpoint Co-Founder, Movement Matters Collective A passionate advocate for climate justice, health equity, and community resilience, Brian is dedicated to leveraging his expertise in sustainability, wellness, and strategic partnerships to contribute to the mission of rebuilding sustainable communities. As a sales expert turned climate tech advocate, he has spent over a decade forging innovative partnerships that b