Advocacy is centered at the heart of every Philanthropist. Echoing that notion at its finest; is the diversified professional, Dr. Yolanda Jerry. Dr. Yolanda Jerry is a 4x Best-Selling Author, speaker, business guru, and CEO and Founder of YJ Empowerment Solutions LLC and YJ Inspires, a multidisciplinary advocacy program, invented to help clients push beyond their past traumas, and elevate to the next level, both personally and professionally. Affectionately known as the “Empowerment Advocate”, Dr. Jerry is reputed for her innate ability to exhort multi-generational audiences through her powerful and relatable messages; as she passionately advocates for truth, healing, resiliency, and personal growth. Adding to her philanthropic capacity, Dr. Yolanda Jerry is also a retired Air Force veteran and Co-Founder of Bridging The Gap Transitional Age Youth Program. As a highly respected member of both local and national community, Yolanda has been featured and headlined in well-respected publications. One of Yolanda’s most celebrated features was an article she wrote called “The Day I Decided to Leave”. A compelling survivor’s testament so impressive, it was chosen by highly respected, serial producer and screen writer, Shonda Rhimes, to be displayed in her online storytelling periodical column, “Shondaland” in 2020. When Dr. Yolanda Jerry is not out advocating for those in need. She is a loving partner, mother, and friend. Dr. Yolanda Jerry. Leader. Energizer. Advocate. Visit Dr. Yolanda Jerry online at www.iamyolandajerry.com
