EMPOWERING LIVES, STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES, MOBILIZING CHANGE

A Chance to Give Back

We build empowered, resilient, and connected communities through innovative mental health, wellness, cultural responsive, and support initiatives.

WHO WE ARE

Embrace Me
COmmunity Services

Born from a passion for education, mentoring, and advocacy, Embrace Me Community Services was founded by Lawanda Chambers to be a transformative hub for growth, connection, and empowerment. Lawanda’s journey as a mentor, advocate, and leader inspired her to create a space that bridges the gaps in mental health care, workforce development, and community support.

Embrace Me Community Services is more than a nonprofit; it’s a movement. Rooted in the belief that everyone deserves access to opportunity, support, and equity, our organization provides tailored programs to meet the needs of marginalized populations. From mental health professionals seeking mentorship to at-risk youth in need of guidance, we empower individuals and communities to rise above systemic barriers and thrive.

Vision

A world where mental health equity, youth empowerment, and community resilience are realities for all, creating pathways for systemic change and lasting impact.

MISSION

To transform lives and strengthen communities through advocacy, policy reform, and workforce development, with a focus on addressing the needs of marginalized populations.

Why We Exist

Embrace Me Community Services is a space where hope meets action, creating opportunities and building pathways to brighter futures. Together, we are changing lives, one person and one community at a time.

For Mental Health Professionals

We provide mentorship, training, and tools to help professionals become advocates for systemic change while addressing workforce shortages in behavioral health.

For Youth

We provide mentorship, training, and tools to help professionals become advocates for systemic change while addressing workforce shortages in behavioral health.

For Communities

We address systemic inequities through advocacy, policy reform, and financial literacy programs to create strong, resilient communities.

The Heart of Embrace Me Community Services

At the core of Embrace Me Community Services is Lawanda Chambers, whose passion for education and mentoring inspired this institution. Her commitment to advocacy and systemic change fuels every program, ensuring that mental health professionals, youth, and communities have the support they need to succeed.