Staff

Natasha Gilbert is a native of Jackson, Mississippi. Her educational background consists of a B.S. in Human Development & Family Studies from Mississippi State University and a Master’s in Public Health from Jackson State University. Natasha has over eight years of experience in mental health and two years in positive youth development. She is passionate about promoting individual empowerment by providing services to the community, connecting them to resources, and encouraging healthy lifestyles. Her favorite quote is by Mahatma Gandhi: “A man is but the product of his thoughts. What he thinks, he becomes.”

Takyra Moore is a passionate advocate for social justice. Hailing from the Mississippi Delta, she earned a B.A. in Sociology with a minor in African American Studies from Georgetown University. Takyra’s education catalyzed her activism, focusing on equitable opportunities and amplifying underrepresented communities. Her journey, shaped by personal experiences and systemic inequities, fuels her commitment to uplifting marginalized voices and challenging injustice. With a blend of academic rigor and lived experience, Takyra is dedicated to promoting empowerment, driving positive social change, and striving to build a more just and equitable society.

Sara brings over six years of experience in administration to her role as the Special Assistant to the CEO, supporting Springboard and the Guaranteed Income Community of Practice. Born and raised in Flora, Mississippi, Sara now lives in Brandon with her husband and two daughters and is pursuing an associate’s degree at Holmes Community College. Her passion for organization stems from growing up in a large family with a single mother. In her spare time, she enjoys developing gluten-free baking recipes and traveling with her energetic family.

Tre’Mya is a native of the Mississippi Delta and enjoys connecting people to the resources that are available to them. She chose the social work field because it is her passion, and she wants to be a voice and an advocate for populations who feel like their voices are not heard. Her goal is to assist as many people as possible so that they can reach their goals and thrive within their community.

Alexandria Williams, originally from Little Rock, Arkansas, has a deep passion for political science, holding a bachelor’s degree and currently pursuing a master’s degree in the field from Jackson State University. Her positive experience at Jackson State and Jackson, Mississippi, has fueled her desire to help others through the field of policy and advocacy. Alexandria is enthusiastic about joining Springboard to Opportunities, where she looks forward to contributing to the organization’s mission of empowering communities through resident-driven initiatives and transformative community impact.