Program Manager

An Atlanta-based actor, writer, producer, and director, Thandiwe is an Oakland University Meadowbrook Theater alumnus, he received San Francisco's Queer Cultural Center Grant for his comedy “Children of the Last Days.” He directed CNP's virtual co-productions “Before it Hits Home” and “one in two.” Thandiwe has taken roles in works like “Before the Dream” (Oakland Public Theater) and “Armstrong’s Kid" (off-Broadway). He's a founding board member of Oakland LGBT Pride and former Artistic Director of Black Girlz Productions.

Founder + Executive Director

Named as one of Out Georgia’s most influential LGBTQ+ Georgians, Charles Stephens, spent a decade as a nonprofit leader and consultant. Stephens found his calling leading social impact-driven narrative shift organizations, as the Founder and Executive Director of the Counter Narrative Project (CNP). Through his role at CNP, he has been able to merge his passion for social justice and his passion for storytelling through supporting emerging advocates, cultural workers, and the creation of original content. Under his leadership, CNP has become a widely recognized national leader in narrative change, racial justice, and HIV advocacy. 

Deputy Director of Strategy and Impact

In his role, Kornegay contributes to visioning and planning for the overall organization, while participating in creating organizational culture, sustainability, wellness and a productive and constructive work environment.

In addition, he is co-host and producer of the podcast Queue Points, a video podcast that informs and celebrates Black Music creatives through meaningful dialogue. 

He is a photographer, creative consultant and social commentator whose work is centered around a commitment to telling full and honest stories about communities often ignored.