Deziana TorresDeziana Torres is a 28 year old Social Worker, creative author, artist, and community advocate. Raised in deep East Oakland, CA, her experiences empowered her to seek ways to attend to the cries of her hood. Understanding trauma and the function imparments it can hold on individuals, is what inspired her to release this creative piece. Her hope is to inspire others to become lights in the midst of their adversities. Deziana Torres' role as a community advocate stems from her involvement in the following organizations: Youth Empowerment Program (UC Davis), Hood Liberation and Healer's Coalition. All organizations aim to fight against recidivism rates, oppression, gentrification, poverty, abuse of power, and more Read More Read Less