Leadership
Reverend Meridith T. Graham, M.Div., MSW, M.S.
Founder and President/CEO
Reverend Meridith T. Graham is a Board Member of AHGM and an ordained minister and President/CEO of Ambassadors of Hope Global Ministries, Inc. (AHGM). Rev. Graham has served in global missions and humanitarian projects on the Continent of Africa and beyond. She has traveled to the countries of the Dominican Republic (2008), Lesotho (Southern Africa, 2010), and the Republic of Ghana annually since 2013. During these encounters Rev. Graham have been touched by needs of people around the world, especially in Africa, who have faith in God and limited resources. Rev. Graham believes that as Christians we are called to show compassion and render acts of kindness through our faith. It is also our spiritual calling as ambassadors in Jesus the Christ to bring messages of hope, compassion, and service. Rev. Graham is a licensed clinical social worker in South Carolina and Illinois. She also has certifications as a Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). She has earned a Master of Divinity from Garrett- Evangelical Theological Seminary and a Master of Social Work from Loyola University Chicago with a focus in child and family clinical intervention. Rev. Graham also holds a M.S. in Applied Mathematics from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Troy, NY); and is an alumna of the University of South Carolina (Columbia, SC) with a B.S. in Applied Mathematics. By profession, Rev. Graham serves as a mental health professional in Florence and Williamsburg Counties of South Carolina where she offers support, hope, compassion, and clinical intervention via behavioral health services to improve the well-being and quality of life for children, adolescents, adults and families. Rev. Graham is a registered member of the International Volunteer Head Quarters (New Zealand) for work in the Republic of Ghana, and is a certified International Volunteer by the Global Travel Academy. Rev. Meridith Graham is a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Dr. Shonda R. Nero, Ed.D, MSW
Coordinator of Volunteer Housing and Transportation (USA)
Dr. Shonda R. Nero is a Board Member of AHGM and is an active member of Gethsemane Church in Rock Hill, SC. Dr. Nero serves as a member of the praise team. She is a Children’s Church teacher. She is the vice president of Gethsemane Women’s Ministry. She is the president of Gethsemane SOW (Serving Our World) Missions Ministry. Dr. Nero is currently serving as the Coordinator of Volunteer Housing and Transportation for Ambassadors of Hope Global Ministries. Dr. Nero has been called to help others and share the love of Jesus Christ. Dr. Nero’s favorite scripture is Jeremiah 29:11. Dr. Nero received her doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. She has a Master’s Degree in Social Work and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from the University of South Carolina. Dr. Nero is employed with Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services as a Training Supervisor. She has an array of experience with the mental health and residential populations. Dr. Nero is currently studying to obtain her clinical license in social work in both North and South Carolina. As a servant of Jesus Christ, Dr. Nero believes in sharing the love of Jesus Christ by serving others. Dr. Nero loves serving others by giving back to her community by volunteering with various charitable organizations.
Ms. Tasha R. Nero, M.B.A, B.S., B.A.
Treasurer/CFO
Tasha R. Nero serves as the Chief Financial Officer (Treasurer) of Ambassadors of Hope Global Ministries and is a faithful member of New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. Ms. Nero has a compassionate heart and is a servant leader, serving her community for many years through volunteer opportunities with her sorority, local organizations, and as a faithful partner in global missions with Ambassadors of Hope Global Ministries.
Ms. Nero's academic credentials include a Master’s Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science from the University of South Carolina. Ms. Nero also holds a Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree in Business Administration from Furman University. She has been employed as a Software Developer for over 24 years.
Ms. Nero is a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Eta Sigma Sigma Chapter, where she served as treasurer and financial secretary for 14+ years.
Mrs. Q. Shyree Robinson, B.A. Philosophy
Secretary
Quartrena Shyree Robinson is a Board Member and Secretary of AHGM. She is a Rockford native who lives in Chicago, Illinois with her husband Nicky and their two children, Paryse and Nickolas. She has a heart for people and is a member of St. Luke Church of God In Christ. At her local church she serves in the music ministry, Angel Tree Ministry, and as a substitute Sunday School Teacher.
Mrs. Robinson loves serving others and is compassionate and empathetic regarding their needs. She began serving in global missions with Youth On a Mission (Church of God in Christ) in 2008 and has provided ministry to the peoples of the Dominican Republic (2008), South Africa (2009), Haiti (2010), and South America (Guyana,2011).
Mrs. Robinson is committed to the Chicago community and currently works as a case manager with True Believers Community Connections, an organization committed to violence prevention, education, and leadership development of youth and young adults. Mrs. Robinson also volunteers with local shelters and other nonprofit organizations in the Chicago area. For over eight years she was employed as a Civil Rights and Workplace Violence Investigator for the State of Illinois.
Mrs. Robinson holds a B.A. in Philosophy from Northeastern Illinois University with a minor in Criminal Justice. She is also an entrepreneur with her unique handmade creations for all occasions Qute Qreations By Q.