Welcome Maya to the DC Center! She is a summer health and wellness intern and looks forward to making members of the queer community smile and feel supported. You can meet Maya at the DC Center Monday thru Friday this summer! She is a rising junior at Georgetown University, majoring in Global Health.
Birthdate, Astro Sign
23 May, Gemini
Where are you originally from?
San Diego, CA
Why did you start working at the DC Center?
I started working at the DC Center to further my exposure to community/queer health work and give back to the LGBTQ community.
What has been your favorite part about working at the DC Center?
My favorite part has been the welcoming attitudes of my coworkers. We’re all striving to help our community thrive!
What is your music anthem?
I’ve had Hippo Campus’ “Bambi” on repeat lately.
What is your favorite part about the LGBTQ+ community?
I love how much fun we can have together. Whether it’s dancing, fashion, or poetry it all makes me feel fabulously free.
What is your favorite spot in DC and what do you do there?
I absolutely love to run on the National Mall. You can catch me there with my partner and our dog!
What is your favorite queer movie?
Moonlight (2016)
What color would you paint the White House, given the chance?
Green!
Who do you look up to in the queer community?
Jennifer Wiggins is a queer black icon working in Georgetown’s Health Education Services. She is constantly making herself available for queer programming & has often made me smile as well as feel safe on campus. Simply put, Jenn is a loving activist through and through.