Simone El Bey was raised in the Charlotte area. She debuted her passion for her community at the age of 19 in the West Charlotte area. Simone has worked in varying community spaces, activating for education, emotional intelligence, and resources in Title One communities. Simone has written curriculums in Dallas, TX based in emotional intelligence and sold them to the alternative schools within the area. Simone is known for her passion for the youth and the growth of her community.  Simone comes from a family of community advocates who believes in building a community legacy despite the challenges and obstacles one may encounter. Simone is naturally a visual artist, and enjoys hiking in her free time.