Our Board Members

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Executive Board Member

Atlenea Beard

Atlenea Beard reigns as the CEO of Beard Admin Services, Pretty Women Series Apparel, the Co-CEO of Elexis Investments LLC and is a Radio Personality for Hot Spot Radio. She is the creator of a self-published journal book “Client Chronicles-Journal meets Entrepreneur”, the creator and instructor of Birth Your Business™ Entrepreneur in-person workshops and online webinars.

She also serves as the Vice President on the board of directors for the Darlene Laurie Rare Disease Foundation, and a Mentor with The Mentors a program. She holds a degree in Business Administration and Criminal Justice Cyber Security. Her passion is educating as well as assisting entrepreneurs and giving back to the community and keeping the public connected through radio.

Executive Board Member

Torziata White

Godtess is our Death to Life coach, Spirit Specialist, Oracle Reflexologist, Sankofa Rites of Passage facilitator, TRHT- Truth and Racial Healing and Transformation facilitator, and certified Kemetic Yoga Instructor for children.
Her greatest service is being a chosen vessel (mother) of 6 + children and thru them, she is abundantly blessed to be the grandmother of 10 + grandchildren.
Being born and raised in Chicago, IL., Godtess and her children were exposed to various kinds of trauma. This is what started her on a clarity search of how we can be the solution.
On this quest for revelation, Godtess traveled to many states in the U.S. and then she traveled abroad to Ghana, Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia and more. She now knows her purpose. She is called to those that have an ear to hear their calling and desire guidance from a wise woman, operating in truth and love. Godtess lives by and teaches Proverbs principles, especially Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.

Board Member

Angela Mahogoni Phreedom Jones

Mahogani Phreedom is a visionary healer, Officiant, Holistic and Clinical Massage Therapist, Fertility, Birth, and Death Doula, devoted Womb Priestess, and Reiki Master. She has dedicated her life to curating sacred spaces for transformation, remembrance, and holistic healing across the full continuum of life—from conception to transition, from the first breath to the final blessing.

As the founder of The Reiki Klubhouse: A Holistic Healing Sanctuary, Mahogani offers a sacred blend of spiritual, therapeutic, and ancestral practices designed to nourish the divine temple of the womb, body, and spirit. Through Reiki-infused products, ceremonial womb steams, massage therapy, plant medicine, and sacred ceremony, she empowers women, families, and communities—rooting her work in divine feminine energy, spiritual mentorship, and ancestral wisdom.

Her journey began with her own healing, and her mission continues to be guided by the sacred affirmation:

“I had to begin with healing myself, so I could guide my people in healing themselves—building their confidence as healers. Together, we can nurture our communities to become confident healers, so we may heal the world.”

With a profound connection to Spirit and an unwavering devotion to collective liberation, Mahogani walks in her divine calling—supporting others in reclaiming their inner balance, sacred purpose, and ancestral power.

~ Mahogani Phreedom

Board Member

Chineze Mogbo

Chineze Mogbo is an Artist, Creative Professional, Safe Space Curator, Model, Actress, Kemetic Belly Dancer, Digital Marketing Strategist, Community Organizer, Head Wrap Specialist, Health and Wellness Advocate, Housing Counselor, and a proud Mother.
After obtaining her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing, she founded Mogbo Marketing, a Digital Marketing Agency. She utilizes her marketing expertise to help businesses and community-based organizations in the Chicagoland area spread awareness about new businesses and products, educational and healing information, initiatives, and resources in many communities.
Chineze is also the founder of Battle Wrapped, an African culture-based fashion business. Its mission is to teach the Art and history of global Head wrapping techniques.
In 2018, Chineze was shot in the head and sustained a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). After her recovery, she Co-Founded Weaving the Thread Healing Experience (WTT Healing) where she began sharing her traumatic experience and the practices that assist in her healing process with others. By curating these safe spaces in different communities, Chineze was able to co-create with organizations and artists to bring multiple forms of healing to our communities.
As an artist, she uses the power of healing practices, art, dance, and other creative avenues to curate health and wellness events globally.

Board Member

Raigine Robinson

Raigine “Rai” Robinson is a sound healer, yoga teacher, and mindfulness practitioner from Englewood on Chicago’s South Side. As a photojournalist, holistic practitioner, and community organizer, Rai is committed to documenting truth, preserving culture, and supporting personal transformation. Through restorative movement, breathwork, and the power of sound, she guides individuals in turning their own environments into spaces for healing—empowering them to shift from being products of their environment to becoming active creators within it.

Our Amazing Staff and Volunteers

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Executive Assistant

Luella Holman

Luella Holman is an experienced, results-driven professional with a strong background in relationship building, business development, and community engagement. With a proven track record in sales, marketing, and financial consulting, Luella has successfully cultivated strategic partnerships, developed educational programming, and led impactful workshops across Chicago. Known for her proactive, detail-oriented approach, she is passionate about empowering individuals and communities through financial literacy, wealth management, and professional development. Luella brings a wealth of expertise in collaboration, needs assessment, and relationship management, making her a valuable asset in any mission-driven environment.

Esteemed Volunteer

Venise Keys

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Venise Lashon Keys | Lashon Fouché (b. Chicago, 1991) is a visual artist, writer, performer, and educator. Fouché activates painting, drawing, objects, printmaking, movement, and writing to commune with her ancestors. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Fine Art with an emphasis in Painting and a Certificate in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Fouché’s consistent imagery and studio research on Black hair paraphernalia i.e combs, bobby pins, etc. began as an homage to her parents’ entrepreneurship in the Chicago hair industry. Fouché utilizes black cultural iconography along with elements of color, pattern, mark-making and abstraction to create dialogue centering notions of beauty, heritage, and resistance. Fouché has exhibited throughout Chicago and nationally. Venise Lashon Keys is a professional artist and freelance writer living in Chicago, IL with her wife and children. She teaches visual art full time at Art In Motion Creative Arts School and is a proud member of the Kappa Chapter of Gamma Xi Phi Art Fraternity, an organization honoring the achievements of artists through fellowship, philanthropy, social justice, and service.

Esteemed Volunteer

Andre Brown

Andre Brown brings his experience to our team all the way from Clarksdale, MS (Roundaway). This cotton chopper, bean cutter, water meter reading, All-American national champion football captain, retired professional football player, Computer Programmer, writer, singer, song writer, poet, comedian and entrepreneur brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our board. His personality is like no other and his passion for completing our mission makes us honored to call him not only an ambassador, but a friend and brother.

About us.

The Healing Academy is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization committed to transforming urban communities through education, creativity, and healing. Our work is rooted in a passion for uplifting and empowering individuals and families through holistic, culturally relevant programming.

Meet Our Team

Our Nonprofit has received recognition from the Rachel Royal Awards, Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events of the City of Chicago and more!

Dionne Victoria Milton, President/Founder

Dionne Victoria is a Chicago visual and performing artist who has exhibited in the United States Congress. She has researched the effects of using art to teach science while teaching at Art In Motion and is the founder the Art Center of Englewood, INC. Her art is a commentary on black people in history, the love we share and how we have contributed to life.