OUR TEAM
NItaya Walker, founder and Director of marketing
Nitaya Walker, 25, is an Entrepreneur and upcoming Fashion Professional. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts degree in Luxury and Fashion Management. Her inspiration for Blk Girl Narrative was derived from her personal experiences managing her mental health and from the stories that her friends shared with her about their struggles.
“One day I asked God what was the purpose of the things that I had been through mentally and his answer to me was “To be a testimony to others.” At that moment, I knew that I had a duty to fulfill and that Blk Girl Narrative was necessary. This is where I gained my confidence to share my ideas for Blk Girl Narrative with the world.”
Gail bibb, Ma, director of wellness and counseling
Gail Bibb, 32, is a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern and Life Coach. Her approach to wellness is collaborative- grounded in openness, honesty, trust, and compassion. She is passionate about providing a safe , non-judgemental space where her clients can be supported and understood.
“There are many myths and stigmas surrounding mental health in our community. It’s time to break that cycle and reclaim our health. No longer will depression, confusion, and past traumas be an obstacle for women to suffer in silence. It’s time for proper healing to take place. Mental health affects everyone, as a society we are constantly influencing each other. Blk Girl Narrative is an essential community that will encourage others to seek the appropriate support for their personal mental health journeys.”
JOhnique Ison, Director of community engagement
Johnique Ison, 25, is a Neighborhood Liaison for a non-profit organization, Center for Neighborhoods. She also is involved in another non-profit organization called Sowing Seeds With Faith, which is dedicated to providing social, educational, and emotional enrichment to individuals within the community. She is dedicated to bettering the lives of others and giving back to her community, specifically in underprivileged areas.
“BGN to me is awareness. It’s a space for black girls to be transparent about what we endure and overcome. It means LOVE and UNITY. It means giving girls the power to release and feel free from mental health pressures.”
Jami buckner, community advocate
Jami Buckner, 23, is an Entrepreneur and Professional Makeup Artist. Through her artistry, she strives to inspire women to be comfortable in their own skin and to love who they are. She works diligently to build her brand, Makeup by Jami, and focuses on providing the clients that she encounters with an uplifting experience when they are in her chair. Her personal struggles with mental health sparked her interest in the Blk Girl Narrative movement.
“The vibe of Blk Girl Narrative is amazing. An inclusive community made up of WOC being able to freely discuss their mental health in a judgement free zone is powerful.”