DeOnyae Dior Valentina
Indianapolis, Indiana
DeOnyae Dior, she/they, is a Woman from lived Trans experience who prides herself on championing youth and LGBTQ+ communities and advocating for mental health awareness. DeOnyae has lived experiences as a young QTBIPOC person that has been impacted by the youth justice system, child welfare system, and homelessness. I do this work to effect the lives of others with the same lived experiences and make sure that gatekeepers are aware of the complex needs and first-hand expertise of the young people impacted by these systems.