Lawanda Chambers, a native of Chicago's south side, is a multifaceted black woman making a profound impact on the community. Currently residing in Milwaukee, WI, Lawanda is an experienced Equity Leader, Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor, Substance Abuse Counselor-In-Training, and a trauma yoga instructor.  All of her education and positioning in the community sheds light on the beauty of being an expert and a witness in the present. This is exciting and valuable because as a lifelong learner she overstands the immediacy of knowledge, connectedness, and transformation. With a strong belief in giving back to the community, Lawanda is a passionate community advocate with a vested interest in its development. Her ultimate aspiration is to become a congresswoman, driven by her authenticity and unwavering commitment to her beliefs of putting care back into the community driven by equity and effectiveness. Lawanda's company, LIFE Wellness and Counseling Services LLC., is dedicated to motivating and uplifting individuals, helping them discover their true potential. Specifically, Lawanda invests her time, energy, talent, and services in empowering communities of all ages to develop self-love, confidence, high self-esteem, decision-making, and leadership skills. Through her guidance, the community becomes equipped to achieve their goals and lead successful and inspiring lives. At the core of Lawanda's ideology is authenticity in her expressions, care, and response to her audience. She actively promotes and instructs individuals on the importance of self-compassion, honesty, and self-management this teaches the community to heal. She normalizes saying that you’re not OK because one key to happiness is recognizing when you are unhappy. We cannot fix what we do not see. As a mental health therapist, Lawanda deeply understands the challenges faced by people and the significance of prioritizing their mental well-being. Lawanda may be many things however, she is everything to herself and teaches others how to care more about what they think, feel, need, and aspire to do through her leadership.  
 

Walter Williams, MS, LPC, is a devoted advocate for positive change, deeply committed to the philosophy of servant leadership. A proud Chicago native, Walter has earned both his B.S. and M.S. in Rehabilitation Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His journey in the field of mental health began as a juvenile court worker in Wisconsin and he has since advanced to practicing as a psychotherapist and life coach.   Walter has led various organizations with a shared commitment to bolstering the Black community through economic initiatives, empowerment, and fostering empathy. He is dedicated to inspiring local organizations to collaborate in tackling systemic barriers to equity and unity.  As the Owner of Think and Grow, LLC., Walter champions a holistic approach to well-being, focusing on mental fortitude, physical development, and spiritual upliftment. His company is not just a business; it's a mission-driven endeavor aimed at transforming lives. Walter's relentless support for individuals and his broader community underscores his life's purpose—service beyond self.