I was educated in the Philadelphia public school system. I received my Associate degree from Community College in 2015, my Bachelor's degree from Springfield College in 2017, and finally my Master's degree in Community and Trauma Counseling from Thomas Jefferson University in 2020.

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I have worked in the child welfare system for 15 years and counting. My passion has always been adolescents and young adults. God gave me the gift of always being able to connect with that population through my life experiences. TIA's Place was born out of my past personal experiences, trauma, and my need to challenge public opinion about our young people. 

 

It is my purpose now to guide and reshape the way that our young people are seen and heard.  Foster care and/or juvenile delinquency should not be a label that our youth have to carry into their future. TIA's Place was founded to provide adolescents and young adults that have experienced hardships, trauma, and/or have a need for guidance with the necessary supports.  

Venis is a Philadelphia native and was educated in the public school system.  As the first in her family to graduate high school and college, her passion is inspiring other women to pursue higher education. Because of her, many did and obtained their degrees! Venis proudly earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Rosemont College, where she graduated with honors, a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with concentration in Management from Peirce College (cum laude), and an Associate degree from Community College of Philadelphia.

 

Venis was a Quality Improvement Specialist at Turning Points for Children (TP4C) where she ensured the quality and integrity of services for all children, youth, and families for four CUA regions (3,5,9,10). Venis has worked at TP4C for seven years before transitioning into her role as the new Quality Assurance and Compliance Manager for the Wedge Recovery Centers (August 2023). 

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Venis is a six-year breast cancer survivor! She launched her first book: God’s Masterpiece… Fearfully and Wonderfully Made! during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2021. Through her story, Venis expects to inspire everyone (particularly women) to become more vigilant in their health / spiritual wellness. Her favorite Scripture is Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths” (KJV). 

Tiasha is an alumna of Penn State where she received a dual  Bachelor’s degree in Psychological and Social Sciences. 

 

Tiasha is currently a Vocational Case Manager Specialist at PMHCC, and has worked in the field of  social services for over 8 years. 

 

Her active experience within social services is a great asset to the board. 

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Jennifer is a non-profit consultant who has worked as a fundraiser, lobbyist, and staff attorney at organizations focusing on gender violence, publicly funded health care, and reproductive rights. She has extensive board experience and especially enjoys working with organizations as they grow and transition. 

 

Jennifer has a law degree from Northeastern University School of Law, a Master’s in Public Health from Tufts University, and is working on a Masters in Social Service (equivalent to an MSW) from Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research with the intent to be a clinical social worker. She is passionate about working with clients, both individual and organizations, to help them meet their goals and work through barriers, while also advocating to system change.

 

Jennifer lives in Philadelphia with her spouse, three children, and three cats.

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Angela received her education in Philadelphia from the private school sector. Once she graduated from high school, she attended Claflin College in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Her transition from high school to college was not pleasant her first year, so she returned to Philadelphia and started working. When she made the decision to further her education, she attended La Salle University where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology with a Criminal Justice, concentration. 

 

In her late teens and early adulthood, self-esteem was a struggle for her. however, she knew that she had to make changes in her life, so she did the work. It was at this time - in her life - that she decided that she would always make sure to speak with young ladies who may be experiencing the same things she did. She has been employed with PMHCC for 25 years, and currently is the Supervisor for a team that provides services for dually diagnosed participants. Angela  is a trainer for her agency and outside entities.

 

Angela has a Masters Degree in Administration of Human Services from Chestnut Hill College. Her passion is helping others understand mental illness and depression. She lives by "Each One Teach One," and "If we work Together - We are Unstoppable." ​Angela is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated.​