Taylor Gwinn is a summa cum laude honor graduate of the illustrious Howard University, where she majored in Health Management and minored in psychology. During her time at Howard, she was awarded the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences Highest Scholastic Achievement Award. This award is presented to the student with the highest GPA and a record of academic excellence. Coming from humble beginnings, she quickly determined that service would be the foundation for all her life endeavors. With this guiding principle in mind, she acquired an extensive amount of experience within civic and community organizations. She has volunteered for organizations such as Bright Beginnings, Martha’s Table, Piedmont Hospital Atlanta, and Reading Partners. Even starting her own 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2020 for young girls of color by the name of B.E.S.T. You Programming. In the fall, she will attend the University of South Carolina School of Law in hopes of becoming the first law school graduate in her family.

• Asylee Case Worker Intern

  Immigration · International Rescue Committee

  Jan 2021 – Jan 2021

• Political & Scheduling Team Fellow

  Political Organization · The Abrams for Governor Campaign

  Jan 2022 – Jan 2022

• Law Intern

  Law · Gower Wooten & Darneille LLC |

  Jan 2021 – Jan 2023

• Youth Activity Instructor

  Education · Capstone Institute

  Jan 2019 – Present

• Advocacy
• Volunteering
• Philanthropy
• Entrepreneurship

• Lead Facilitator

  Advocacy · Just Us

  2019 – Present

  Mission:

  I provide mentorship and support to incarcerated youth at D.C.Youth Services. This includes GED support, post-incarceration planning, and youth development activities.

• Volunteer

  Volunteering · Martha's Table

  2019 – Present

  Mission:

  Martha's Table has supported strong children, strong families, and strong communities by increasing access to quality education, health and wellness, and family resources. As a volunteer within their health and wellness program, I assist with providing families with fresh produce and pantry items and distribute bags of groceries to families in the local community.

• Programs Assistant

  Volunteering · Bright Beginnings

  2019 – Present

  Mission:

  Bright Beginnings is a nonprofit that promotes the long-term development and success of children and families experiencing housing instability in Washington, DC. As a volunteer, I coordinate professional development workshops for mothers to assist with their overall stability. This includes workshops on GED prep, financial planning, and trade professions.

• Volunteer

  Volunteering · Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington, D.C.

  2019 – Present

  Mission:

  Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington, DC (RMHCDC) eases the hardship of children’s illness on families through programs that directly improve the health and wellbeing of children. As a volunteer, I make grab-n-go bags filled with snacks or activities, participate in meal drop offs, pre-record videos for families, clean common areas, and organize donations.