Under the Myrtle Tree

Shae Lambert, MPA holds a B.A. in History from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and is a c/o 2020 graduate from the Long Island University Brooklyn MPA program. Her areas of research included the prevalence of sexual assault on college campuses, the disproportionate targeting and sex trafficking of Indigenous women in the Midwest. She is continuing on her academic focus in this area, as she is currently in the process of obtaining her graduate certification in Gender Violence Intervention from Virginia Commonwealth University Wilder School, where she is researching domestic violence and its impact on the mental health of black women, along with the prevalence of sex trafficking foster care children.
Shae has been an advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking for the last 10 years, and has centered her philanthropy work, volunteerism, pageant platform, and academic studies on this topic. Outside of her academics, Shae is a policy strategist for the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the reigning USA Ambassador Ms. District of Columbia.
She chose to become a Gamma woman because of the organization’s values and dedication to improving and uplifting our community. Gamma Phi Lambda women embody the solid foundation and principles of sisterhood, collaboration and life enrichment. Being the PHIrst Virginia Gamma Gamma chapter president is one of her greatest honors.

You all know me as Madam President Sanctified, but I was born Jessica Coates in Columbia, SC on September 30, 1984to Michelle and Joshua Solomon. I am one of the oldest of my ten siblings, a mother to one son, and wife to my high school sweet heart. I was educated in DMV once leaving Columbia, SC in 1990 and earned my associates degree at Bowie State University, then, earned a certificate in cosmetology.  
  Currently, I am the intake coordinator at Preventive Measures SE WDC. I service the most vulnerable populations in Washington D.C. with a goal of meeting them where they are to aide them in gaining and maintaining mental health and stability as they navigate life's challenges. In addition I followed my passion which led to entrepreneurship as I started many small businesses. As each hold a special place in my heart, I am most fond of Creative Creations where you can everything from bath robes to custom made memorabilia.  
Of the many accomplishments that I have made, I am honored to have accepted the call to be a Gamma Phi Lambda woman. I first noticed the woman of Gamma Phi Lambda as there acts of services spread fin the communities around me. I took the time to evaluate where I extend my services to keep this force that is Gamma Phi Lambda going and met the challenge. Today, more than ever, I believe in the sisterhood and the service that we dedicate to the communities more than ever. It is my vision to continue to grow within Gamma Land as I lead others through with love and passion.

My name is Renee Ford, I joined Gamma Phi Lambda because I’ve always wanted to be in a sorority. I saw how Madam Share My World conducted the MD chapter of another organizaton and loved her leadership. But I could see how her hands were tied. When it was announced that she and many others were leaving that organization, I knew it was time for me to go as well.   She told me to “stay tuned, something great is coming!”  And that’s what I did!! 

When the application process opened for GPL I knew this was where I wanted to be! I knew I could be included in something great!  Something that I can help to build up, a sisterhood with women that look like me, around the same age as me, have lived life of good bad and ugly already! Women who’ve had life experience and now want to do something else in life, give to the community and create our own village!

Since the day I joined I have not made one regret. Sure there’s always room for improvement, but working together makes us great! And being in this sorority from the ground up gives me an advantage to see Gamma Phi Lambda BLOSSOM INTO GREATNESS! 

Amanda Allen is a native of Washington D.C.. She currently resides in Houston, TX where she works as a Compliance Analyst Manager at a major law firm downtown. Amanda is an author of two published books and a seasoned actress in the Houston Area.
 
Amanda has been appointed as President of the Delta Gamma Texas Chapter of Gamma Phi Lambda Sorority Inc., an organization that she holds near and dear to her heart. When asked why she decided to join the organization, she noted that the choice was an easy one to make. Not often do you find a group of like minded individuals, successful women from all walks of life who share such a passion to serve, to make a difference within their communities and who genuinely care about each other’s well-being. To be a part of such a movement is a blessing, an honor and a privilege.

Hello my name is Juquita Casey but my Sorors call me Madam Vice President Sleeping Beauty #6. I currently live in the Great city of Houston TX with my 14 year old son named Sir. I spend my time working as an administrative assistant at Willowridge High school. In my spare time you can find me at church, or perfecting my craft and my business Im'perfect glitz. In between my busy schedule I take much needed naps, I find naps makes me more productive lol. 

My why... well growing up an only child did not effect me until I got older and began to see other sisterhood. Over the years I have been unsuccessful with finding like minded women that wanted to help others in the community. Then GAMMA PHI LAMBDA SORORITY INCORPORATED fell into my lap, a bunch of empowering women that welcomed with me loving arms.  Showed support throughout the process. I am beyond greatful and Blessed to have found Sister in Lambda Land.