tara jae

Tara Jae, PhD, MFA, is a respected professional with extensive experience in leadership and advocacy. As Co-Founder of Black Pride Colorado since March 2021 and Executive Director of Youth Seen since August 2017, Tara has focused on creating inclusive environments and promoting wellness, diversity, equity, and access. Previous roles include Co-Chief IDEA Officer at Rocky Mountain PBS from October 2019 to March 2023, where training and coaching initiatives were developed, and Director of Communications and Events for the City of Kemmerer from March 2014 to March 2015. Tara's background also includes serving as a Scholarly Publishing Specialist at Rochester Institute of Technology from March 2011 to April 2012. Academic credentials include a Master of Fine Arts from Goddard College and a Bachelor's degree from SUNY New Paltz.