Honor Society® member
Trent Taylor
Consultant at Family Voice United Knowledge Management Constitiunt Team.
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- Human Development and Family Studies
- Class of 2023
- Wake Forest, North Carolina
Member since November 2021
About
I am a driven leader who strives to guide children and families to dramatic levels of healings from trauma through the utilization of trauma-informed supports and practices. As someone who faced significant adversity during my time in the foster care system, I strive each day to break misconceptions about those who have experienced early trauma. I break these misconceptions through public speaking, podcasting, and dissemination of two books I have authored. I sincerely believe that everyone can discover their purpose and reach great heights, despite their circumstances. I was able to heal and did not become a statistic. I have used my past pain for a purpose and desire to help others do the same.
Education
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Arizona State University
human development and family studies, Current GPA 4.0
2021 – 2023
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Wake Technical Community College
Associate in Arts - Graduated with 3.97 GPA
2018 – 2021
Honors and awards
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White Oak Foundation Scholar
Recipient of the White Oak Foundation Scholarship for academics and leadership - 2019, 2020, and 2021.
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National Society of Leadership and Success
This organization accepts only those with extensive leadership skills and high levels of academic achievement.
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Hites Scholar
The Hites Transfer Scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievement and rigor, engagement in college and community activities, and leadership accomplishment of Phi Theta Kappa members preparing to transfer to senior institutions.
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Courage to Grow Award
This recognition is awarded to those who have overcome adversity and achieved high levels of academic rigor, community service, and leadership.
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New Century Pathway Scholar
New Century Transfer Pathway Scholars are selected based on their academic accomplishments, leadership, activities, and how they extend their intellectual talents beyond the classroom. Only one recipient per state.
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All USA Academic Team
Top scoring student in the state - 2021.
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Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
International Honor Society
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First Annual Meritorious Award
First recipient of the award from the White Oak Foundation. This award was given to recognize academic achievement and leadership in the community.
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Presidents list
Wake Tech Community College
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Marquis Who's Who Among the World
Recognition of impact made on community.
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Community Servant Award
Awarded for service to our local and surrounding communities.
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Outstanding Youth Leader Award
This prestigious recognition was given by Foster Club to recognize excellence in the field of child welfare.
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Good Neighbor Award
One citizen is recognized in the community for their efforts to make the town a better place for all. I was recognized for my efforts to support our local foster youth.
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Hero Award
Awarded by Mercy for America's Children for positive impact on the foster care system.
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Dean's List
Arizona State University Dean's List for superior academic performance
Goals and interests
- Career goal
I plan to become a licensed clinical counselor and trauma consultant. In addition, I plan to continue my work as a public speaker and author.
- Graduate school interests
I plan to obtain my master's degree in either clinical counseling or clinical social work. I will be entering graduate school in the fall of 2023.
- Outside the classroom
Public Speaking, Writing, Health and Nutrition, and Weight Lifting.
Experience
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Consultant
Family Voice United Knowledge Management Constitiunt Team.
Oct 2020 – Dec 2021
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Coalition Member - Foster Care Advisory Council
Blue Cross Blue Shield North Carolina has established a Foster Care Advisory Council to determine best practice in our state. I serve as the only foster alumni on this team that is making significant changes to the foster care system here in North Carolina.
Apr 2020 – Oct 2023
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Founder / CEO
Watch Me Rise, LLC Watch Me Rise is an organization devoted to supporting families and children involved in fostering or adopting through the foster care system. I currently run and oversee support programs, strategic planning, etc...
Jan 2020 – Aug 2022
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Foster Alumni Member - All In Youth Engagement Team
Federal Administration of Children and Families I served as one of 12 foster alumni from across the United States on this national team. Our team was tasked with providing guidance and advice from our lived experience. This team was run out of Washington DC under the leadership of the Associate Commissioner of the Children's Bureau
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021
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Member - National Foster Care Coalition
This is a national coalition led by the former assistant secretary of health and human services, Lynn Johnson. The coalition is comprised of national leaders in the field of child welfare. We are working for reform and needed change in the current foster care system.
Jan 2019 – Jan 2023
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Children's Division Director
Mercy for America's Children.
Jan 2015 – Jan 2019
Volunteering
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Volunteer Trainer and Presenter
Christian Alliance for Orphans
May 2018 – Feb 2023
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Mentor for foster youth
Mercy for America's Children
Jun 2015 – Jun 2019
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Public Speaker to break misconceptions about those who have been in foster care.
Mercy for America's Children
Jun 2015 – Jan 2019
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
- Spanish Beginner
Additional information
Organizations
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Foster Club (opens in a new tab)
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Foster Care Alumni of America (opens in a new tab)
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Christian Alliance for Orphans (opens in a new tab)
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Social Science Club - Wake Technical Community College
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Say So - Strong Able Youth Speaking Out (opens in a new tab)
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Fostering Bright Futures (opens in a new tab)
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Fostering Change Network (opens in a new tab)
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All In Fostering Futures (opens in a new tab)
