After an intensive search for a new Coordinator of the CLGS African American Roundtable, which yielded several excellent candidates, CLGS has recently hired Rev. Terence L. Mayo into this position.

Welcome, Terence, to CLGS!

Terence L. Mayo (he/they) is a Black queer feminist practical theologian, critical educator, and LGBTQIA+ youth advocate who strives to co-create change through contextual theological education, community-based change strategies, and racial equity. As a sought-after speaker, Rev. Mayo has shared his expertise on various topics, including Black LGBTQIA+ youth, DEI, education-community partnerships, public theology & social change, and trauma-informed strategies.

Terence serves on the national boards for Progressive Youth Ministry and the Howard University School of Divinity Alumni Association. Terence is also a Steinhardt Fellow at New York University, working toward his Ph.D. in Teaching and Learning. He has earned degrees in Business, Secondary Education, and Religion.