Rev. Dr. Donita Edwards is a native of Chesapeake, VA, and a product of the Chesapeake School System. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree (2001) from Norfolk State University, Master of Divinity Degree in Practical Theology (2007), and Doctor of Ministry Degree in Christian Leadership and Renewal (2021) from Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA.Dr. Edwards is a mother, grandmother, teacher, communicator, disability advocate, and 3x author. She has over 25 years of experience implementing projects that required her to hone her gifts of creating, innovation, teaching, and administration. She is the founder of Birthright Kingdom Deliverance Ministries, Inc., and host of a social media platform called Disability in the Church. A large amount of her personal life consists of serving her family, church (the Mount @ Chesapeake), and organizations such as the Christian Women Alliance. She had served in many capacities including youth pastor, singles pastor, Christian educator, radio host, and disability advocate, to name a few.Part of her assignment on the earth is to close the divide between (dis)ability and ability. As an ordained minister and caregiver for her oldest daughter, Blake, who was diagnosed with Down Syndrome at birth, she understands that the Church needs a plan to reach individuals with disabilities. She and her daughters, Blake and Blaire, host events that promote positivity and inclusion. Dr. Edwards also conducts disability and faith workshops, staff, and organizational training.