Local Champions: Taqiyyah Oliver

To celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth we interviewed local well-being champions and leaders within our community.

Meet Taqiyyah Oliver!

Taqiyyah is a Server and Bartender at Theopolis Social Club.

Outside of work, Taqiyyah has volunteered for Gateway to Prevention and Recovery, Denim Day through Absentee Shawnee, and supported the Here For You group. She has also been a part of a year-long Zumba and Yoga group and has been a part of several Moais and also led some herself. 

We asked Taqiyyah what her favorite Power 9 Principle is and other questions below.

"My favorite is, "Move Naturally,!" She said, "It has helped me to stay focused and stress-free during this new life journey I have been on this last year. It keeps me positive and motivated. 

Why do you believe you were nominated?

"I was nominated by Korie Perez for my willingness to support people living their best life!"

Why does #BlackHistoryMonth mean to you?

"The reason Black History Month means so much to me is that it exemplifies my heritage and where I come from, how I was raised and who raised me. My cooking even stems from back to both of my grandmothers. I am truly blessed!"

We are so grateful to know Taqiyyah as a Blue Zones Project Volunteer! She is truly a light and a cheerleader for others to make healthy choices in our community. She's also a great friend and believer in taking time for yourself heals wounds. Thank you, Taqiyyah for being a leader in our community! 

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