Birdie Brown

Birdie Brown serves as Executive CEO of her non-profit organization, WDO2T, a role she has held for over 15 years. In this capacity, she provides strategic leadership and operational oversight while guiding initiatives that uplift communities in Chicago, Indiana, and Minnesota. With more than 20 years of experience in non-profit community work and mentoring, Birdie specializes in education and mental health. She earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Phoenix, a welding certification from Dawson Tech after attending welding school in Indiana, and multiple mental health certificates. Her educational background also includes graduation from Tilden Tech high school and studies at nursing college. Birdie is an active member of organizations including the non-profit alliance, 2MG Melanated Girl, Bridging the Gap, Mothers Against Guns, and the AME community. She attributes her success to giving back through community events such as back-to-school bag giveaways, car shows, senior citizen visits, and teddy bear distributions. Her values center on love and support, and she advises young women to take their time with life, practice positive affirmations, and maintain faith.