Our Team

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Kim Schofield
Founder & Executive Director

Kim Schofield is a Georgia State Representative and lifelong advocate for women and families. She founded Uplifting Our Girls to create safe, affirming spaces where girls ages 9–17 can learn about bra fitting, menstrual health, hygiene, and self-confidence with dignity and cultural sensitivity. With deep community roots and a track record of policy advocacy, Kim brings both heart and expertise to leading UOG’s mission of ensuring every girl grows up feeling seen, supported, and celebrated

Reach out to Kim at kim@upliftingourgirls.org.

Celena Stewart
Director of Operations

Celena serves as Uplifting Our Girls’ Director of Operations, bringing strong organizational skills and a passion for youth empowerment to every detail of our work. She oversees day-to-day operations, supports workshop logistics, and ensures our programs run smoothly and effectively. With a background in community engagement and nonprofit coordination, Celena is committed to building systems that make UOG’s mission sustainable and impactful. Her dedication helps turn vision into action—so that every workshop, kit, and resource truly uplifts our girls.

Reach out to Celena at celena@upliftingourgirls.org.