National Leadership Team

Arc Telos Saint Amour
(But folks tend to call them Tay)
Executive Director
Pronouns: They/Them

Arc Telos “Tay” Saint Amour (they/them) is a neurodivergent, queer and trans, Two-Spirit, gender non-conforming person of Mexican Indigenous descent (Coahuiltecan), and a victim/survivor of childhood trauma who believes in youth agency and autonomy. They are formerly gang-involved, justice system impacted, and consider themselves to be a harm reductionist and a person who uses drugs as part of their substance use recovery journey. This lived and living experience has led them to a deep belief in Native Indigenous animism, radical empathy, and the power of holistic affirmation and self-agency. Professionally, Arc Telos spent over ten years as a national business developer, opening new businesses all over the US. Following this, Arc Telos spent another ten years active in the non-profit field, leading organizations through-out Chicago, New York, Vermont, California, and Michigan centering Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) practices and using trauma-informed and intersectionality based frameworks. Telos is of course more than just their career and identities. They are deeply passionate about all genres of music, documentaries, hiking and other outdoor adventures (in which they are infamous for achieving minor injuries and the loss of shoes), absolutely refusing to be anyone other than Princess Peach in Mario Kart or Mario Party, and consider themselves to be within the top 100 of all time high context ramblers that has an opinion on just about anything and everything.

Arc Telos Saint Amour
(But folks tend to call them Tay)

Executive Director
Pronouns: They/Them

AmandaGrace Krier
Youth Programs Specialist
Pronouns: She/Her

AmandaGrace (She/Her) joins Youth MOVE National from the Greater Philly area. After losing her cousin to suicide in 2017, she found a passion for youth and young adult mental health. With an Associates degree in Behavioral Health and Human Services from the Community College of Philadelphia and a peer support certification, AG has over 5 years of experience in both direct support and peer support with transition-aged youth. In her free time, she likes to volunteer with her local NAMI and AFSP chapters and engage with legislators on state and federal policy. AmandaGrace is a fierce advocate of "Nothing about us without us" and hopes to continue to empower the next generation of youth to advocate for themselves anywhere from the doctor's office to the oval office.

“If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.”― Shirley Chisholm

AmandaGrace Krier

Youth Programs Specialist
Pronouns: She/Her

Brittany Wiley
Intern at Youth MOVE National
Pronouns: She/Her

Brittany Wiley (she/her) is an aspiring Macro Social Work professional currently pursuing her degree at the University of Tennessee. She is Youth MOVE National’s Intern from August 2023 through May 2024. Residing in Washington, D.C., she channels her dedication to social change as a Program Analyst with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Drawing from her own life experiences, Brittany’s passion for advocacy was ignited at a young age, where advocating for herself and her family meant not only survival but resilience. She firmly believes in the immense potential of our youth, recognizing them as the present and future architects of positive change. Brittany is driven by the conviction that empowering young minds and supporting their endeavors is a pivotal step in creating a remarkable world. Beyond her academic and professional pursuits, Brittany discovers comfort in immersing herself in the lively coffee shop culture and broadening her intellectual horizons by continuously adding new books to her ever-expanding reading list.

Brittany Wiley

Intern at Youth MOVE National
Pronouns: She/Her

Carmen Ilisoi
Youth Move National Intern
Pronouns: She/Her

Hello Everyone! I am Carmen Ilisoi (she/her) and currently reside in SouthWest Colorado. It may come as no surprise but as someone who lives in Colorado I love to adventure outdoors, particularly in areas that are as remote as possible. I also love cooking a really good meal, the more elaborate the better! If I can eat that meal with dear friends, even better! Professionally, I have spent the last few years advocating for various youth houseless initiatives throughout rural Colorado as the Youth Program Coordinator for Youth MOVE Colorado. My advocacy work has consisted of helping to elevate youth voice and choice within youth serving systems, facilitating training/workshops on youth voice, sitting on numerous youth advisory boards, and as a liaison between youth and adults within the space. I am excited to be able to work with Youth MOVE National as an intern to further the deeply important work of youth advocacy.

Carmen Ilisoi

Youth MOVE National Intern
Pronouns: She/Her

Elizabeth Calcaterra
Youth Programs Specialist
Pronouns: She/Her

Elizabeth Calcaterra (she/her) is a Youth Program Coordinator with a focus on youth development, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed care. As an individual with lived experience navigating chronic illness and the mental health system, Elizabeth has spent her career integrating trauma-informed care at both direct service and systemic levels. During her time in residential and community settings, she has designed and implemented programs that support youth in exploring their emotions and understanding their experiences while cultivating healthy coping strategies. Elizabeth specializes in integrating lived experience with strategic and empathetic communication, creating programs that meet the unique needs of the communities she serves. She believes that every person has the potential to thrive when given the right support. Elizabeth holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree with a concentration in Organizational Leadership and a Trauma Treatment Certificate from the University of Tennessee. Originally from Michigan, Elizabeth has spent the last year traveling and exploring new places across the country.

Elizabeth Calcaterra

Youth Programs Specialist
Pronouns: She/Her

Huck Talwar
Youth Programs Specialist
Pronouns: He/Him

Huck Talwar (he/him) is a Youth Program Specialist – Trainer at Youth MOVE National (YMN). In this role, Huck develops and delivers a variety of interactive workshops on various topics for diverse audiences. His areas of expertise include eating disorders, trauma and psychosis, and the LGBTQ+ community. Huck has taken part in numerous councils and workgroups, including MEIP (Maryland Early Intervention Program), SCCAN (State Council for Child Abuse and Neglect), Sources of Strength, and more. Huck started in the behavioral health field in 2019 as an administrative assistant, and worked his way into a role that utilizes his talents and creativity. Prior to joining YMN, Huck was a training specialist at On Our Own of Maryland, Inc. He was also a writer at Diamond International Galleries, writing reviews, editorials, and scripts, as well as conducting interviews with professional creators. This led to Huck strengthening his communication skills, which he uses in his current role to educate others on topics lesser known to the general public. His own lived experience has given Huck a passion with which he advocates for issues that face the well-being of those within the behavioral health system.

Huck Talwar

Youth Programs Specialist
Pronouns: He/Him

Mayda Berrios
Youth MOVE National Intern
Pronouns: She/Her

Mayda Berrios, Founder and Owner of In Her Shoes LLC, is a distinguished professional speaker who travels across the United States, widely recognized for her award-winning presentations. A graduate of Delaware State University, she holds both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Social Work. In addition to her speaking engagements, Mayda works as a Foster Parent Licensing Specialist, where she plays a pivotal role in helping prospective foster parents navigate the licensing process, ensuring they are equipped to provide safe, supportive, and nurturing homes for children in need. Her multifaceted career is a testament to her unwavering commitment to supporting families and communities.

Drawing from her personal experience in foster care, Mayda delivers powerful keynote presentations that resonate with audiences of all ages. Her deep knowledge of the child welfare system is shared at youth-focused events, schools, and adult professional spaces alike. Through In Her Shoes LLC, she continues to inspire, educate, and empower communities across the country.

Mayda currently serves as an intern for Youth MOVE National, the nation's leading youth-led advocacy network, and also holds the position of President of the Delaware chapter. She is an active member of the Delaware Women’s Commission, where she contributes to statewide efforts promoting equity and opportunity for women.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Mayda is deeply committed to community service. As the founder of Hornets in Motion at Delaware State University, she created a student-led organization dedicated to community impact and civic engagement. Her passion for service is also reflected in her participation in initiatives like the Down Syndrome Rock Your Socks campaign and Adopt a Highway Clean-Up. Notably, she played an instrumental role in the passing of House Bill 123, which provides a college tuition waiver for foster youth in Delaware—further demonstrating her unwavering commitment to advocacy and lasting change.

Mayda Berrios

Youth MOVE National Intern
Pronouns: She/Her

Paige Martin
Communications & Technology Coordinator
Pronouns: She/They

Paige Martin (she/they) is the Communications & Technology Coordinator at Youth MOVE National (YMN). Paige started their journey with YMN back in January 2021, where she began as a Communications Intern. Paige leads Youth MOVE National’s overall communication and technology strategies, from designing to small scale IT support! Before YMN, Paige pursued an education degree and has had the honor to teach (and learn from) both children and youth of all ages; this experience has given her the opportunity to share first-hand insight and knowledge of the issues youth are facing in our systems.

Paiges lived/living experiences and passion for uplifting voices and stories drives her in her day-to-day work! They are a fierce advocate for youth and young adults who have experienced and are experiencing First Episode Psychosis. In her free moments, she enjoys learning new skills like sewing or cooking a new recipe she saw on Tiktok.

Paige Martin

Communications & Technology Coordinator
Pronouns: She/They

Shayn McDonald
Youth Programs Coordinator
Pronouns: They/Them

Shayn’s passion for youth advocacy and social change is rooted in their many lived experiences and involvement in systems throughout their lifetime. As a queer young adult and trauma survivor, Shayn is particularly invested in education and advocacy around LGBTQ2-S+ communities, and actively seeks to highlight and address the impact of trauma and systemic oppression with the intention of creating greater change. Their involvement in the mental health system in particular motivates them to continue expanding awareness around the diversity of human experiences, and they believe that every person is deserving of community and self-determined support. Prior to joining Youth MOVE National, Shayn worked as the Youth Advocacy Coordinator for the Zia Young Adult Access Center—a Massachusetts-based, youth-led peer support and resource connection center that educated and advocated around youth advocacy and system change. When not working, Shayn enjoys spending time with their cat and watching notoriously bad horror movies. They also love philosophical conversations and contemplating the nature of the universe.

Shayn McDonald

Youth Program Coordinator
Pronouns: They/Them

Te Jay McGrath
Assistant Director of Programs
Pronouns: He/Him

Te Jay brings 7+ years of professional and lived experience to the Youth MOVE National team. Not only has he directly served and supported youth and young adults in Systems of Care, especially those experiencing homelessness, he has worked on policy changes when it comes to LGBTQ+ initiatives, anti-bullying efforts, and public health inequities. Te Jay has been performing all around southern California in his drag persona, Tia Wanna Ross, for over a decade. Originally from Hawaii, Te Jay is a Korean-American who now resides in Los Angeles and is a senior in the Hospitality Management program at Johnson & Wales University.

Te Jay McGrath

Assistant Director of Programs
Pronouns: He/Him

Victoria Eckert
Associate Director
Pronouns: She/Her

Victoria comes to Youth MOVE National as a Licensed Social Worker in New York State but also with family lived experience. As a young person starting her career, she was lucky to begin working as a Youth Engagement Specialist with Chautauqua County, NY System of Care that not only taught her about the importance of systems change work but led her to fall in love with the acknowledgment and encouragement that people with lived experience should always be heard. Victoria brings her strong background in System of Care implementation, suicide prevention, and trauma-informed care to the Youth MOVE National team. As Victoria loves to talk and share her passion for this work, you can also find her teaching undergraduate mental health classes at SUNY Fredonia. When Victoria is not working, she loves to spend time with family, garden, go backpacking, or hit up the gym with friends.

Victoria Eckert

Associate Director
Pronouns: She/Her