Lia Mayfield is a devoted mom of one. Lia is a property manager and an entrepreneur; she owns Mailia's LLC and is passionate about people and cooking. As a Wisconsin native and Hmong American Lia is passionate about the overall well-being of minority communities. "I love my city! I am business-minded, intentional about life & a life-long learner, I hope to inspire others to be intentional about their own lives & stand up for themselves & their communities." Lia believes diversity is essential for communities to thrive. Lia has volunteered for the salvation army, hunger task force, inner-city churches and many other community groups & programs. 

Valley Hollins was raised and continues to live in the Harambe Neighborhood. She is a product of the Milwaukee Public School system and Marquette University.  She retired from AT&T 17 years ago, and currently is employed at YMCA as a Certified Silver Sneakers Exercise Instructor.
The importance of being active in social justice issues was instilled in Valley at a young age by the strong women in her community, whose mission was to ensure that the next generation had the rights and options they did not have. She continues this obligation by serving as a board member on a number of community agencies, such as Northcott Neighborhood House, Project Focal Point Community Center, and North Central Service Club to name a few. Valley believes strongly that every woman has a responsibility to serve as the voice for equal social justice, especially for those that cannot speak for themselves.

Custer High School, Bryant and Stratton College and Ottawa University, alumnus, Trina is an experienced adolescent child service worker with emphasis in delinquent minor services.  She is currently the lead operations assistant for the leading K4-12 charter school Milwaukee Academy of Science. She is often credited for unwavering commitment and attention to detail. Passionate about her personal experiences with children, she takes pride in providing the best environment for young adults by being a staple figure.

Trina also works for The Boys and Girls Club of Milwaukee. In her spare time she is intrigued by fashion and makeup. She is currently pursuing educational classes to become a certified Childbirth Doula.

Kiwana Brown, a dedicated mother of four and Milwaukee, WI native, has been a valued employee at Aurora Health Care for 24 years. With a high school diploma and college studies in business management, she is deeply committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within her community. Kiwana's hobbies include cooking, fishing, and spending cherished moments with her family.

As a child growing up in Milwaukee Wisconsin, Pamela has demonstrated the passion for giving of herself to help others. Pamela has facilitated Healthy Relationship Workshops and Teen Pregnancy Curriculum throughout the city of Milwaukee.

Pamela had a vision to organize a woman’s ministry that deals with the Spiritual/Social aspects of healing from Life’s traumatic experiences. She established S.I.S. Sister Inspiring Sisters Ministry after her late husband passed away in 2009. Pamela’s hobbies include but are not limited to softball, tennis, bowling, traveling, reading, women’s ministry, and shopping.

Pamela’s educational background includes a BSW from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and an AA in Early Childhood Development from M.A.T.C. Pamela has passionately worked with children and families as a Family Advocate at SDC for 20 years. She currently is employed at ResCare where she is a Talent Development Specialist since May 2015.

Ruby Taylor lives in Milwaukee, WI

and is a Retired Registered Nurse

Employed at Decatur Memorial Hospital for 32 years. She was

employed at United Healthcare for 7 1/2 years as Onsite Review Manager and Casemanager. She 

graduated from Richland Community Collage. Decatur, ILL  Assoc. Degree in Nursing

Her personal goal is to remain physically healthy and mentally alert. Her accomplishments include returning to school and completing the nursing program. 

Achievement: To live long enough to witness my children grow to become young adults Reading, Movies, Traveling, and Walking

Valerie Boykin is a dedicated Healthcare Professional with over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Throughout her career, Valerie has been committed to serving the community, advocating for patient rights, and training and mentoring upcoming healthcare workers. Her expertise in case management has allowed her to efficiently coordinate patient care and improve health outcomes. Valerie holds a degree in Business Administration from Concordia University, which has equipped her with the skills to manage healthcare operations effectively. She is known for her compassionate approach and her ability to handle complex cases with professionalism and care. Outside of her professional life, Valerie is a passionate dog lover and enjoys quiet activities such as listening to audiobooks and reading. She believes in the power of continuous learning and often spends her free time exploring new knowledge through her favorite books.

Vanessa Perkins is a passionate self-love advocate dedicated to empowering individuals to embrace their true selves and cultivate a life of authenticity and self-worth. With a heartfelt commitment to helping others, Vanessa offers guidance and support through workshops, talks, and personalized coaching sessions. She believes that self-love is the foundation for a fulfilling and meaningful life, and she inspires others to break free from self-doubt and embrace their unique journey.