Trudean Haye, an International Activist, Philadelphian resident, and CEO & Founder of The ITAVFoundation, embodies a profound commitment to community empowerment, philanthropy, and mental health advocacy. Her versatility as a multi-creative, serial entrepreneur, and avid culinary connoisseur is matched only by her passion for literature and anime. Hailing from Jamaica, she is an immigrant that transcends borders as an international activist, serving as the esteemed CEO and Founder of The ITAVFoundation, a 501c3 organization dedicated to uplifting the high-risk and unjustly marginalized in Philadelphia and her homeland.

As an author, podcaster, and freelance model, Trudean’s endeavors are a testament to her dynamic spirit. Through her blog, “Life is a Journey,” she graciously shares her odyssey through motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal trials, aiming to inspire, motivate, and uplift others. Trudean radiates effervescence, her presence exuding a luminous blend of empathy, fortitude, honesty, and unvarnished authenticity, making her an indomitable force for positive change.

This dedication to community empowerment and her journey as an international activist has driven Trudean to establish initiatives like the Back To School Drive, the Plant The Seed Movement, and numerous others, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to making a tangible impact in the lives of those she serves. Through The ITAVFoundation, Trudean continues to champion national and international causes, campaigns, and movements that advocate emotional, mental, physical, and economic health and wellness. Her belief in the power of kindness and words drives her to make a lasting impact on the lives of those she serves.

Trudean joined the board of Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation because of her profound belief in the transformative power of grassroots community efforts, mirroring her journey as an International Activist and Founder of The ITAVFoundation