Mataya Dade is a storyteller, speaker, and movement artist who brings authenticity and humor to everything she creates.

A triple-negative breast cancer survivor, Mataya uses her voice to spark conversations around survivorship, wellness, and the intersections of identity and healing. She is the host of You Survived! Now What?, a podcast exploring the unfiltered realities of life after cancer—mixing wit, wisdom, and real talk to support fellow survivors navigating their “what now?” moments.

As a speaker, she engages audiences with candid insights on resilience, health equity, and the complexities of rebuilding after life-changing experiences. She is also the founder of The Thrive Fund, a non-profit dedicated to providing support to young cancer patients and survivors.

Mataya’s love for movement fuels her creative expression. Whether she’s on stage, behind the mic, or shaping cultural conversations, she moves through every space with intention, originality, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.