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Master of Ceremony
Elliot Wade
Elliot hails from the vibrant town of Cecilia, nestled in the heart of Louisiana. His journey through academia led him to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he proudly attained a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. During his time at ULL, he honed his writing skills as a dedicated columnist and news contributor for The Vermillion.
Beyond his academic pursuits, Elliot is a passionate champion of LGBTQ+ rights. His commitment to this cause has been unwavering since 2015, when he first joined Louisiana Trans Advocates as a youthful 17-year-old. Not content with merely participating, he took the initiative to establish Nom Noir, a transformative fund aimed at assisting black transgender individuals in Louisiana with their name change processes.
While his activism keeps him busy, Elliot also finds solace and joy in the natural world, relishing moments spent immersed in its beauty. He's an ardent enthusiast of delectable cuisine, forever on the hunt for the next culinary delight. Above all, he treasures the company of friends, and knows how to savor life's simple pleasures.
Spoken Word Performance
Micaéla Moné
Micaéla Moné is the author of two poetry books, "I Am" and "Behind Closed Eyes." She has also authored a children's book, "My Name is Queen." Micaéla is also the Co-Founder of Waves of Success, a non-profit organization committed to equipping underserved youth in our communities with the tools and supplies they need to excel academically.
She has three children, Franko, Dallas, and Parker, and she resides in Lafayette, LA. A recent law school graduate from Southern University Law Center, Micaéla has been writing since the age of five. Her mother introduced her to the works of Maya Angelou and Lorraine Hansberry at a young age, who instilled in her a love for words.
Her heart feels its fullest when her words connect with people she has never met, and they feel seen, acknowledged, and not alone. Her favorite book is "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Isn't Enough" by Ntozake Shange; her favorite quote is: "I found God in myself, and I loved her immensely."
Zydeco Serenade
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