Thaddeus Miles, Senior Director of Diversity Initiatives at MassHousing, is a visionary leader in community empowerment and social justice. He founded the Black Joy Initiative, a celebration of Black culture and empowerment, recognized citywide through Black Joy Day in Boston. Thaddeus co-founded impactful programs like the Road to Wellness 5K, addressing health disparities in underserved communities, and HoodFit, which amplifies youth voices and strengthens resilience. A celebrated community leader, Air Force veteran, and photographer, Thaddeus’s work blends joy, empowerment, and wellness to create meaningful change across Massachusetts.