Born in Sanford, NC, and raised in Fayetteville, she takes pride in everything she does-whether supporting others or continuing her personal and professional growth. Lashonda is medically retired from the Department of Veterans Affairs and is a proud mother who is deeply committed to her community. In addition to her professional background, Lashonda actively serves her community through volunteerism and advocacy. She is a Peer Support Specialist with U&l; Youth Development and You Feel Me Support Society, and also volunteers with Fayetteville Cares. Over the years, she has worked with Power Up NC, an experience that helped inspire her to enroll in the NCLCV Foundation’s Boards and Commissions Fellowship Program. Lashonda is passionate about making a difference and believes strongly in learning from life experiences, staying focused, and striving for continuous improvement. Through her involvement in the fellowship program, she hopes to gain knowledge and skills that she can share with others to uplift and strengthen her community.