Qaadira Allen, founder of The Center for Transformative Art, is an award-winning artist and educator who has facilitated more than 400 transformational group experiences in the United States and the Caribbean.

She has led sessions for Kripalu, the University of Pennsylvania, Temple University, the City of Philadelphia, and the Wellness Community. Qaadira has also developed special transformative art-based programs for women in transition, people with cancer, seniors, at-risk youth, teachers, entrepreneurs, and social workers.