There is nothing that Florida native Deidre M. Lane, M.E.d., is more passionate about than her family and her community.  She is dedicated to serving her community by advocating for people who have felt marginalized, oppressed, and are fighting to be treated with dignity and respect.

For nearly 17 years now, Ms. Lane has been a culturally responsive leader, spokesperson, community builder, team developer, coach, and facilitator.  As a diversity and inclusion practitioner, Ms. Lane has had many experiences in various religious, nonprofit, government, and educational sectors. Along with this work, Ms. Lane also mentor’s youth and young adults, helping them explore their beliefs and values to broaden their lenses on living inclusively.  When asked why she does many things, Ms. Lane constantly alludes to the inner peace and joy that supporting and encouraging others brings to her spirit.

Working in one of her various roles within her community, Ms. Lane has always inspired others to expand their lens. By looking past their view and biases, people of all differences could find the secret to working with others who share different beliefs within themselves.  Her philosophy was once you support and empower individuals, you give them the tools and resources they need to become their best selves.  Ms. Lane believes this is what helps people to experience mutual and individual success.

Currently, Ms. Lane is pursuing a Professional Doctoral degree specializing in Education Leadership and Management.  Her motto is the 3’ D’s: Dream, Dedication, and Determination. Have a dream, dedicate yourself to the purpose and be determined and relentless in seeing it through.