Valerie boasts over a decade of dedicated service within the human services sector. Her commitment and dedication to STEMS Cellsare from a profound passion for advocating on behalf of marginalized communities, particularly within the realms of mental health, developmental disabilities, and sexual health. Currently pursuing her master’s degree in psychology, she combines her academic understanding with hands-on experience to conceptualize and execute programs to foster diversity, inclusion, and social justice. In PEP Africa, she is backed by a robust foundation in social services and community development, coupled with an insatiable thirst for ongoing education—her endeavors to leave a lasting, positive impact on the individuals she serves.