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The Emerald Avenue Foundation
The Team
Who We Are
Sabrina LaSha
Founder & Executive Director
Sabrina LaSha is a visionary educator, community architect, and cultural strategist dedicated to building spaces where art, healing, and justice converge. As the founder of The Emerald Avenue Foundation, she leads with intention, heart, and an unwavering belief in the transformative power of storytelling.
Offstage, she is a mother, educator, and nonprofit leader. Onstage, she becomes She.Unapologetic — a dynamic spoken word artist and performer who uses poetry, song, and prose to inspire authenticity, grace, and radical freedom.
Whether she’s crafting strategy in a boardroom or bars on a mic, Sabrina is rooted in one mission: to help Black communities feel seen, supported, and sovereign.
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Keira Selah
Director of Operations
Keira Selah is a systems thinker, bridge-builder, and creative soul with a passion for turning vision into action. As Director of Operations at The Emerald Avenue Foundation, she ensures that the heart of our mission is matched by strong infrastructure and sustainable growth.
With a background in management and a deep love for community-centered work, Keira brings clarity, coordination, and care to everything she touches — making sure every program, partnership, and project flows with intention.
Wesley Frazier-Keys
Director of Community Outreach & Artistic Programming
Wesley-Frazier Keys is a cultural curator, connector, and creative force committed to uplifting Black voices through art and action. As Director of Community Outreach & Artistic Programming, he designs immersive experiences that bridge creativity and community, from block parties to performance series.
A lifelong artist and advocate, Wesley brings passion, purpose, and a deep understanding of grassroots engagement — making sure The Emerald Avenue Foundation stays rooted in the people it serves and the culture that shapes us.