Nia Saunders

My name is Nia Saunders, and I am a young woman dedicated to growth, leadership, and creating positive impact in every space I step into. I am passionate about empowering others, staying grounded in my values, and constantly evolving into the best version of myself. Whether I’m leading, learning, or supporting those around me, I strive to show up with intention, compassion, and confidence.

I’m deeply committed to uplifting my community and using my voice to advocate for change, opportunity, and representation. I believe in giving back, challenging myself, and embracing new experiences that push me beyond my comfort zone. My journey so far has taught me resilience, purpose, and the importance of staying true to who I am, even when the path isn’t always easy. As I continue to step into womanhood, my goals are to build meaningful connections, expand my influence, and leave a legacy that reflects strength, authenticity, and grace. I’m proud of the woman I’m becoming, and I look forward to every opportunity that allows me to grow and inspire others along the way.

Emily Moore – Senior Policy Analyst, Voices for Virginia’s Children

Emily Moore is the Senior Policy Analyst at Voices for Virginia’s Children where she leads policy and advocacy work in health equity and family economic security. She currently serves as Vice Chair of the Children’s Health Insurance Program Advisory Committee (CHIPAC) of Virginia.

A lifelong Virginian, Emily has spent the last decade serving Virginia’s children, youth, and families in a variety of social change work roles. She began her career as a domestic and sexual violence court advocate, and then transitioned into providing direct service and support to families navigating public benefits and the child welfare system. Prior to Voices, Emily spent four years in rural Central and Southwest Virginia building coalitions and community partnerships to advocate for policies that better support the behavioral health needs of young people and families. Emily is passionate about disrupting the status quo and transforming systems and policies so that young people and their families can experience a life of thriving.

Emily graduated magna cum laude from the University of Lynchburg with her BS in Psychology. She holds an Executive Certificate in Leadership from the Batten Leadership Institute at Hollins University and is a proud Divine Pod 9 alum of the Virginia Progressive Leadership Program through Virginia Civic Engagement Table.

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