Staff & Board
“We are dedicated to creating a safe and affirming space for youth to learn, vibe, and explore.”
Meet Our Senior Staff
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Marquis (he/they)
Executive Director
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Sutisha (she/her)
Director of Development & Community Engagement
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Rosa (she/her)
Director of Outreach & Support Programs
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Sam Page (they/them)
Group Coordinator
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Cristin (she/her)
Administrative Coordinator
Meet Our Facilitators & Volunteers
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Tiffani (she/her)
Facilitator - Young Adult Group
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Anita (she/her)
Volunteer Facilitator - Young Adult Group
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Dylan (he/him)
Facilitator - LGBTQ Group
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Rachel (she/her)
Facilitator - LGBTQ Group
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Evelyn (she/her)
Volunteer Facilitator - LGBTQ Group
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Emma (she/her)
Facilitator - Middle School Group
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Julien (they/them)
Volunteer Facilitator - Middle School Group
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K (he/they)
Facilitator - Trans/NB Group
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Robin (she/they)
Facilitator - Trans/NB Group
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Elizabeth (she/her)
Volunteer Facilitator
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Michelle (they/them)
Drop-In Assistant | Volunteer Facilitator
Board of Directors
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Eric (he/him)
Board Co-Chair (2023)
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La Verne (she/her)
Board Co-Chair (2023)
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Jordan (he/him)
Treasurer
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Ben (he/him)
Secretary
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Nicole (she/her)
Board Member
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Brittany (she/her)
Board Member
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Mahalia (she/her)
Board Member
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Marco (he/him)
Board Member
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Keri (she/her)
Board Member
What does our Board do?
Side By Side Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) organization. Our Board of Directors is our governing body charged with ensuring we succeed in our mission to create supportive communities where Virginia’s LGBTQ+ youth can define themselves, belong, and flourish. A mission centered on racial and gender equity.
Commitments
Side by Side’s Board of Directors asks for a commitment of time and the sharing of one’s experience and expertise in guiding the organization to ensure our success. And, for a shared understanding and passion in supporting LGBTQ+ youth, including the importance of serving Black, Brown, Transgender and Non-Binary youth. We ask all Board members to commit to:
Attending monthly meetings consisting of organizational, staff, programs, fundraising and fiscal updates
Collaborating with staff and youth to provide the environment, tools and funding to accomplish youth-centered and identified services and support
Actively join programming support and fundraising efforts for our Springtime, GiveOUT Day, Glitter Glam Jam and other events
Building the web of donors, volunteers, and community connections for Side by Side.
Interested in board service? We consider and accept new directors at the start of our fiscal year (July). Contact us info@sidebysideva.org for more information. We would love to be connected with you!
Associate Circle
The Associate Board consists of passionate and powerful people of all backgrounds dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth in our community by raising awareness and, most importantly, funds for Side by Side. (Please note you must be 21 to join the Side by Side Associate Board).
Application Process
Complete an online application
Short interview with current member of the Executive Committee
Complete background check
Side by Side staff will follow-up with decision and next steps.
Want more info? Contact us at info@sidebysideva.org
Commitments
Side by Side’s Associate Board asks for a commitment of time, treasure, and talent to ensure our success. We ask all Associate Board members to commit to:
Joining a committee, actively participating, and engaging regularly to achieve annual goals
Attending monthly meetings that consist of updates of the Associate Board’s progress and social activities
Actively fundraising for the Glitter Glam Jam by creating a fundraising page and soliciting donations from your networks
Helping to build the web of donors, volunteers, and community connections for Side by Side
Associate Board Member
Jamaar (he/him)
Associate Board Member
George (he/him)
Kyle M. (he/him)
Associate Board Member
Kyle S. (he/him)
Associate Board Member
