Our Team

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Vesryn Grey, a white trans agender queer person, is leaning forward on a chair, right hand under their chin, smirking at the camera. Behind them is a blurred red brick wall and palm plant. They have a modern mullet, their hair being black and silver, with touches of purple in it. They are wearing silver hexagon glasses, purple eye makeup, and purple-ish lipstick. They have nostril, septum, and philtrum piercings. They have stretched lobes wherein they sport hanging bejeweled bee earrings. On their right wrist is a leather bracelet and they also wear a matching leather collar. They have on a v-necked black jumpsuit. On their arms is a multitude of tattoos.

Leadership & Admin

Vesryn Grey

They/Them

Social Media Coordinator

vgrey@liveoakchicago.com

English

Supervised By:

Corina Maria Teofilo Mattson

Get Answers About

Transparency in our social media & blog posts
Live Oak’s commitment to accountability on digital platforms
Our strategic plan regarding the expansion of Live Oak into the social media sphere
Centering marginalized voices through engaging online content
Recognizing the importance of online communities & safe spaces
Any social media, tech, internet, or blog related questions!

Education & Training

Degrees

BAS in Human Services
Colorado State University, 2021

AAS in Human Services
Hudson Valley Community College, 2011

Areas of Focus & Specialization

Anti-racist, intersectional feminism
Social justice & examining the ways in which we can dismantle white supremacy
Encouraging accountability culture & community through digital platforms
Creating an online presence that is actively accessible & welcoming
Cultivating trans-affirmative & LGBTQIA+ digital safe spaces
Building connection through diverse virtual means
Exploring Live Oak’s role, & our individual roles, in fostering a more inclusive world

Modalities

Live Oak Community blogs
Digital outreach & workshops
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
TikTok
LinkedIn