Seven Women Activists Leading the Youth Advocacy Movement

Dázon Dixon Diallo

‍Dázon Dixon Diallo is the Founder and President of SisterLove, Inc., established in 1989, the first women’s HIV, Sexual, and Reproductive Justice organization in the southeastern United States.

Dázon is a recognized visionary and advocate in the struggle for human rights, sexual and reproductive justice, and the fight against HIV with, and on behalf of, communities of women and girls living with HIV and those at risk for HIV and STIs. She is a proud member of In Our Own Voice: National Black Women’s Reproductive Justice Agenda Partnership, a co-chair for the Act Now End AIDS National Coalition, a UNFPA Global Advisory Council Member, and a founding member of SisterSong Reproductive Justice Collective.

Session Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM; 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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Rep. Kim Schofield

Rep. Kim Schofield was elected to the Georgia General Assembly in 2017 and currently serves on the Health, Urban Affairs, Small Business, Creative Arts and Entertainment, and Interstate Cooperation committees.

Her legislative efforts focus on health equity, wellness, and the intersection of health and justice, particularly for communities of color and underserved populations. Rep. Schofield is also a health advocate, having previously served as the President of Lupus Atlanta and a champion for chronic disease awareness.

Session Time: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Dr. Daniella Thorne

Dr. Daniella Thorne is a sexual health educator whose work has been central to developing inclusive curricula that ensure youth have access to comprehensive sexual health education.

As the Associate Director of Sexual Health Education at Advocates for Youth, she oversees national programs designed to reduce disparities in sexual health knowledge and access among youth of color. Her expertise includes sexual and reproductive health education, curriculum development, and youth leadership.

Session Time: 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM

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Ashley Cobb

Ashley Cobb, (she/her) is an Atlanta-based sex educator, writer, and HIV activist known for her open and forward-thinking approach to sexual freedom. She serves as a CDC "Let's Stop HIV Together" Ambassador, working tirelessly to spread awareness and understanding of HIV prevention. Ashley utilizes her Public Health background and experience as a former classroom educator to empower others. Her work has been featured in top media outlets such as Essence, Huffington Post, Cosmopolitan, and Women's Health.

Session Time: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM; 3:45 PM - 4:50 PM

• Website: https://sexwithashley.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dearashleycobb/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sexwithashley/video/7390369121227050271
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithashley/?hl=en
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Giovanteey Bishop

Giovanteey Bishop holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Women and Gender Studies from Eastern Michigan University. As the Director of Programs & Training at In Our Own Voice: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda, she leads national initiatives that build leadership capacity among women and youth to advocate for reproductive justice policies.

Session Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Nevaeh Anderson

Nevaeh Anderson is a Denver native with nearly 30 years of experience in HIV prevention and activism for Transgender and Black women. She became a National Trainer for the TWIST behavioral health intervention for Transgender women living with HIV. Nevaeh facilitates workshops on Sexual Health, Reproductive Justice, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Session Time: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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Ashley Wilson

Ashley Wilson, MPH, CHES, conducts STI testing, provides pre/post-test counseling, and delivers community education at SisterLove. Ashley creates content for her TikTok and Instagram pages, focusing on relationships and sexual health. She has partnered with Emory University, serves on ViiV's advisory board, and is passionate about empowering others through education.

Session Time: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM; 3:45 PM - 4:50 PM

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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therelationsex

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