Tamara Joseph

Tee Joseph (They/Them):
Tee Joseph is a dedicated advocate for marginalized communities, known for their unwavering commitment to equality, equity, and inclusion. Tee is originally from the UK but has lived in SC for almost 20 years. They have focused their career on championing the rights and needs of underserved communities.
As the Executive Director of the Transgender Awareness Alliance, Tee leads efforts to provide essential aid, resources, and advocacy for the queer and transgender population of South Carolina. They also serve as the CFO and a facilitator for MisKonception, creating tailored training programs that promote workplace equity and respect.
Tee is a certified Community Health Worker (CHW), a Center for Community Health Alignment Ambassador, roles in which they advocate for improved healthcare access and education, particularly for vulnerable groups across the State, region, and national spaces—leading them to become a Families USA Fellow, concentrating on the disparities surrounding gender justice in childbirth health and the impact that can come from policy change and partnership.
Tee’s work is driven by a core belief in the right of every individual to live freely and express themselves without harm. They share the truth, do the work, partner, and encourage others to do the same. Inspiring people to share stories, support themselves/others, and change what is not working. They are compassionate, dedicated to creating inclusive spaces, inspiring with kindness, and love.