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Meet the Team

Alexis G. Williams
She/Her

Alexis G. Williams

Founder & Executive Director

Alexis G Williams is the founder and Executive Director of The LGBTQ Fertility Fund (LFF), an organization dedicated to providing financial support for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples seeking fertility treatments. Through LFF, Alexis champions access to reproductive healthcare for all members of the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring equitable opportunities for family building. Alexis, a dedicated advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and community empowerment, renowned for her transformative contributions. Alexis, Deputy Director and founding member of The Queer Trans Project, has played a pivotal role in the organization's success. Beyond her contributions, Alexis excels in the realm of social media impact. She skillfully navigates the digital landscape, using her platforms to amplify LGBTQ+ voices, raise awareness, and foster connection. Her strategic approach to social media has expanded the reach and influence of The Queer Trans Project, making it a powerful force for change.With a profound commitment to gender inclusivity, Alexis's innovation has extended beyond advocacy. She is the visionary creator of "Gender Grip," a groundbreaking gender-affirming tape that has revolutionized the lives of countless individuals. This innovative product has seen tremendous success, with thousands of units sold, attesting to its positive impact on the transgender and gender-diverse community. Alexis's impressive achievements don't stop there. She holds the esteemed U.S Congressional Award Gold Medal and proudly represents Duncan U. Fletcher High School as an alumna. Her dedication to community engagement is evident through her involvement with local organizations, including the Jacksonville Young Democrats, ACLU Florida, and Beaches Habitat for Humanity. During her time at the University of North Florida, Alexis made a significant impact by contributing to the UNF Osprey Involvement Center, showcasing her commitment to student engagement and leadership. Throughout her journey, Alexis leverages her experiences to build vital partnerships between The Queer Trans Project and respected institutions like Spelman College, ensuring the project's reach and influence continue to expand. Furthermore, Alexis actively contributes to fostering inclusivity and social change as a distinguished member of the 2023 BIPOC Scholarship Applicant Review Committee for the Point Foundation. Her commitment to education as a catalyst for empowerment and equality is exemplified through her pivotal role in identifying and supporting LGBTQ+ individuals from diverse backgrounds. In addition, Alexis is a key participant in the "Free to Be Florida" Coalition, a statewide alliance united against educational censorship. By lending her voice to this coalition, she joins forces with fellow Floridians to resist attempts to limit educational content, championing the importance of diverse perspectives and open discourse in the learning environment.
Cielo Sunsarae
They/Them

Cielo Sunsarae

Board Member

As the brilliant mind behind The Queer Trans Project and a distinguished alumnus of the University of North Florida (UNF), Cielo Sunsarae has left an indelible mark on the world. Cielo's recognition of advocacy began in March 2021 when they were bestowed with the Youth Voice For Equality Award by Equality Florida, a heartfelt tribute to their tireless efforts in championing equality and justice. Their passion and dedication were further acknowledged in April 2022 when they were recognized as one of UNF's Top 50 LGBTQ+ Leaders. In April 2023, Cielo Sunsarae was honored with the prestigious Louis Mitchell Empowerment Award, a testament to their unwavering commitment to empowering the LGBTQ+ community. Cielo's influence extends far beyond local recognition, as they earned the esteemed title of 2023 LGBTQ Nation "Hometown Hero" Nominee, an acknowledgment of their national impact. Their passion for progress even reaches the stars, as Cielo Sunsarae achieved the remarkable feat of becoming part of NASA's Astrophysics database of IDEA practitioners, showcasing their boundless curiosity and intellectual prowess. Not content with resting on their laurels, Cielo is also a certified sex educator, enhancing their ability to educate and empower others in all aspects of their lives. Cielo spoke at the first-ever official Pride Month proclamation in Jacksonville's history, proclaimed by Mayor Donna Deegan. This historic moment marked a significant step forward for the city, and for the first time ever, the Pride flag flew over Jacksonville City Hall.
Oliver Hall
They/Them

Oliver Hall

Board Member

Oliver is a trans masculine advocate and director of the Trans Health Program at Kentucky Health Justice Network, focusing on abortion access and gender-affirming care. Oliver is a trans masculine Kentuckian who established and currently directs the Trans Health Program at Kentucky Health Justice Network. For the past eight years, they have been working in various capacities at the intersection of abortion access and gender-affirming care. They currently also work as a flight coordinator for Elevated Access and serve as a member of the Health and Wellness Committee for Queer Kentucky, a member of the Trans Leadership Council for the Trans Wellness Coalition, and as part of the Trans Advisory Council for the Trans Organizing and Narrative Project. They got their BA in Political Science from the University of Louisville in 2017, with minors in LGBT Studies, Philosophy, and Social Change.
Alyx C.
She/Her

Alyx C.

Board Member

Alyx Carrasquel is a dedicated Hispanic reproductive activist and the founder of Jax Period Pantry, which was established in 2023 to provide free menstrual products to all in need. The pantry relies on donations to ensure community access to period products. Alyx is currently the Client Coordinator at Midwest Access Coalition (MAC), where she brings extensive experience in reproductive health and access. Previously, Alyx served as the Florida Access Network (FAN) Building Coordinator and Intake Coordinator, where she played a crucial role in building and maintaining support networks for reproductive health services. Her career also includes serving as a Patient Navigator at A Woman's Choice, Inc., further demonstrating her commitment to supporting individuals in accessing vital reproductive health services. Alyx's work has been featured in various news outlets, highlighting her contributions to the reproductive health field and her efforts to address period poverty and access to menstrual products. As a prominent figure in the reproductive rights community, Alyx continues to advocate for equitable access to reproductive health care and resources.
Dr. Devon Ojeda
They/He

Dr. Devon Ojeda

Board Member

As Senior National Organizer at Advocate for Transgender Equality  (A4TE), Devon Ojeda (they/he) works with coalition partners and government officials at all levels to create structural changes that will improve the wellbeing of the trans community, such as access to adequate health coverage and temporary housing. In their own words, being on hormones has been a healing journey for him as a trans person and as a survivor. Prior to their work at A4TE, he was named the 2018-2019 James Marshall Public Policy Fellow by the Society for Psychological Study of Social Issues (SPSSI) and worked for the Senate HELP Subcommittee on Primary Health and Retirement Security in the Office of Senator Bernard Sanders. Devon Ojeda completed their Ph.D. and Masters in Community Psychology at Wichita State University (WSU) and has a graduate certification in LGBT Health Practice and Policy from George Washington University

The LGBTQ Fertility Fund Inc (EIN: 99-3216540) is a tax-exempt non-profit organization under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) section 501(c)(3). Donations and other contributions to The LGBTQ Fertility Fund, Inc. are tax-deductible under IRC Section 170. 


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