The Heart Behind the Work

About Rita L. Taylor

I am a storyteller, advocate, and woman of faith committed to truth, justice, and transformation. My life’s work sits at the intersection of ministry, movement-building, and deeply personal storytelling—because I believe that change begins with honest conversations about who we are, what we’ve endured, and how we rise.

I partner with educators, communities, and leaders to confront inequities and create systems where everyone can thrive. My work spans racial justice, LGBTQIA+ inclusion, immigrant justice, and building spaces where marginalized voices are seen, heard, and valued.

My book, I Am Not Okay, is more than a memoir—it is a testimony. It was born from my own seasons of grief, loss, and hard truths, and it invites readers into a journey of healing that is messy, holy, and necessary. In its pages, I tell the stories we are often too afraid to share out loud, trusting that vulnerability can lead to both personal and collective freedom.

Beyond organizing and writing, my ministry is rooted in prayer, teaching, and walking alongside others in faith. I believe in creating sacred spaces where people can show up as their whole selves—whether they are celebrating victories, wrestling with doubt, or navigating the “in-between” seasons of life.

Every training I lead, every sermon I preach, and every chapter I write is an extension of one mission: to inspire transformation that begins within and ripples outward into our communities, our institutions, and our world.

If you are here, you are part of that journey.
Welcome.