Layla Phoenix Waters
I am a Unitarian Universalist Pagan and Director of Religious Education in my UU Congregation. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in both Psychology and Philosophy. And now that the boring stuff is out of the way, let me tell you a little bit about who I really am.
I am queer, trans-nonbinary. I am a survivor of CSA. I am a parent. I am an artist. I am a performer. Community leader. Aspiring author. Lifelong Learner. And jack of many trades.
I care deeply, I love hard, I put my all into everything I do, for better or worse.
Check out my Portfolios Page to see the various projects I am involved in. Reach out to me if you are looking for a memorial art piece for someone who has passed. Join me on a Sunday to hear the stories I read for my congregation. And follow me on Facebook or Instagram to see what I'm up to, what I'm working on, and where I'll be selling my art or performing with Kindred Crow.

Notable Experience
2013
The University of South
Alabama
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
2016
InDesign graphic design training for magazine publication
2017
Budget Coach Certification, United Way of Frederick
2021
Certified Medical Technician
2023
CDL Passenger Class Type B license
2024
Our Whole Lives Facilitator Certification grades K-1 & 4-6
2025
UU Institute Certifications: Fostering Safer Congregations 110, Volunteer Sustainability 215, The History and Theology of UU Covenant 112, Unitarian Universalist History 111, Organizing on the Side of Love 160
2025
Our Whole Lives Facilitator Certification grades 7-9 & 10-12
2026
UU Institute Certifications: Co-creating Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity in our Congregations 107, Knotty Conversations for Dismantling White Supremacy 320,





