My chosen name is Aya. I chose this name around 2018 after deepening my journey as an activist. My given name is Tifanny that I love equally as much. In Spring of this year I completed my journey in becoming a certified Yoga Instructor completed a 200 YTT Course. In 2017, I got trained in Restorative Justice, which is a community non-punitive approach to handling conflict, trauma and harm. Since then I have held spaces for several community organizations, colleges and universities that have been committed to moving away from punitive systems such as mass incarceration, war and police brutality.

I also have my certification in herbalism. I am ready to hold space centered in wellness!