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Violence Prevention Staff

Jennifer Bodnar

Director of Violence Prevention Education and Advocacy, Student Affairs

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Breshanna Brumfield
Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator

A fourth-year pharmacy student from Jackson, Mississippi, with a passion for ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance, Bre finds immense motivation in collaborating with diverse teams of professionals who share a unified vision of advancing science and improving health outcomes. Proficient in leveraging data-driven insights, Bre specializes in pharmacovigilance analysis to enhance the scope of individualized patient care. Beyond her professional pursuits, she is devoted to promoting diversity and inclusion within healthcare, believing in its pivotal role in advancing medical solutions and patient outcomes.

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Youma Diabira
Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator


Xavier University Senior, Youma Diabira, is an activist, community organizer, and future educator. She is currently studying English Education and is on a path to becoming a lifelong educator. Her advocacy work and commitment to advancing equity began while she was in high school in her hometown of Philadelphia, and she continues her activism locally in New Orleans. She is an alumna of both the Next Generation Leadership Institute Fellowship and Policy Advisory Fellow for The Institute for Women and Ethnic Studies. In these roles, she has held voting events, HIV/AIDS awareness events, and has distributed reproductive health information to her peers. On Xavier's campus, Youma serves as the 89th Miss Xavier University of Louisiana, a three-year Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator with The Office of Violence Prevention, Education and Advocacy, and a site-leader, along with various organizational memberships. She looks forward to combining her passion for education and community organizing by pursuing a career in secondary and higher education post-graduation.

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Kieston Dillard
Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator


Kieston Dillard is a Junior majoring in Biochemistry Pre-Med from Tyler Texas. In his free time, he likes to fish, read, cook and bake.

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DiQuisha Harbor
Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator


DiQuisha, a senior biology Pre-PA student, is set to enter her third year as a member of SAPHE in 2024/2025. Throughout all three years, she has actively served as one of the Social Media Chairs and is dedicated to promoting SAPHE's core values. Following graduation, she plans to pursue a career in women's health.

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Taylor Lyles
Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator


Taylor Lyles is a senior, Public Health major with a minor in Business Administration, hailing from Pearland, Texas. In addition to her leadership in SAPHE, she currently serves as treasurer for the Texas Student Union and maintains active membership in the National Council of Negro Women and the Public Health Student Organization. Post graduation, she plans to earn her MPH and PhD from UTMB Health. With these degrees, she aims to pursue a career as a public health practitioner with a focus on advocacy and support for adolescent victims of sexual assault/abuse. She is ecstatic to serve as the 2024-2025 SAPHE President and can’t wait to see this organization’s campus impact grow!

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Makeda McFarlane
Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator


Makeda McFarlane is a biology major with a double concentration in chemistry and public health from Philadelphia, PA. In addition to being a SAPHE member, she serves as the Social Media Chair for Vincent's Vault, the Vice President and co-founder of the Philadelphia Student Union, and is a Resident Assistant. When she's not working or studying, Makeda loves going on walks and listening to music. Her experience as an RA deepened her commitment to student advocacy, which led her to join SAPHE to make a broader impact. Makeda is also passionate about maternal health and reproductive justice.

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Michael Muse
Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator


Michael Muse is a Junior Political Science major from Chicago, Illinois and a double minor in Professional Writing and Accounting. Serving as the Men’s Outreach Coordinator for the 24-25 school year, he is eager to build and maintain mental and sexual wellness for the men on campus. In addition to his position in SAPHE, Michael serves as a Residential Assistant at Privateer Place and a vital member of our school’s Campus Ministry office. After graduation, Michael plans to attend law school, specializing in providing legal and political support to marginalized communities.

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Sarah Stanford
Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator


Sarah Stanford is a current senior biochemistry major and Spanish minor who has been with SAPHE since her sophomore year. She loves lasagna, the Sims 4 and playing for the Xavier Golden Sound Marching Band.

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Sequoia Williams
Sexual Assault Prevention Health Educator


Sequoia Williams, a passionate junior from Houston, Texas, is majoring in Psychology with a minor in African American Diaspora Studies. As a spring 2024 initiate of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., she proudly serves as the Bylaw chair, demonstrating her commitment to leadership and service. Sequoia is also an active and engaged member of the Psychology Club. Looking ahead, she eagerly anticipates earning her Masters and PhD in Clinical Psychology, driven by her dedication to making a meaningful impact. Her excitement knows no bounds as she steps into the 2024-2025 SAPHE social media officer role, where she is determined to make Xavier a warm and welcoming home for all. Sequoia can't wait to bring her energy and enthusiasm to SAPHE, creating a vibrant and supportive community!