Ashley Hemphill is a dedicated social worker and advocate committed to advancing community-based change. Originally from the Midwest and raised primarily in the South, she now proudly calls Memphis home. Ashley earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work from Mississippi Valley State University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She is currently pursuing her Doctorate of Social Work.
Her work focuses on social justice, environmental justice, mental health, and child welfare reform. With a career rooted in community-based social work, Ashley has a deep understanding of the systemic challenges that affect urban and low-income communities. She has devoted significant time to mentoring youth, volunteering, and serving on various boards and committees. She is currently completing her final term as Membership Co-Chair for the Memphis Urban League Young Professionals.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys reading, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends. She firmly believes that education, awareness, and collective action are essential to creating a more just and equitable society. Through grassroots organizing and systemic reform, she strives to connect marginalized communities with the resources, opportunities, and support they need to thrive.