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**Th-Juan is a native Washingtonian who has been married for fifteen years. She is not a stranger of overcoming unpleasant situations that may occur in life. Th-Juan earned in BA in psychology and a MS in Human Services. She is currently working on her doctorate degree in Pastoral Community Counseling. Th-Juan loves spending time with family and is passionate about seeing people overcome major challenges in their life. Th-Juan began working with teenage girls in 2005 and is currently one of the teachers for youth church at Shalom Ministries Christian Center.

**Briana is a lover of Christ and His people, and all things sparkly. She is an activist who advocates on behalf of homeless youth locally and globally. With multiple years of government experience under her belt, impacting and advocating for the youth of this generation is her hearts greatest joy. Briana is committed to embracing positive youth development and truly believes in the strength and ability of young people. She is the owner and founder of The Pour House, LLC an organization and blog dedicated to prompting, provoking, and propelling those encountered to live a life poured out. She prides herself on being a light, and a catalyst for change. ​