Dr. La'Shardae Scott is a TEDx Speaker, social work educator, and nationally recognized leader in health equity and sickle cell advocacy. She holds a Doctor of Social Work in Administration and Leadership from the University of Kentucky and leads as President and CEO of the Scott Center for Observation Treatment and Transition. As the mother of two sons living with sickle cell disease, her work is both deeply personal and professionally impactful, shaping national conversations on healthcare disparities. Dr. Scott has collaborated with the CDC, developed pioneering education programs, and serves as Region III’s Newborn Screening Coordinator. She also teaches at the University of Kentucky, Eastern Michigan University, and Delaware State University, empowering future social workers to address poverty, injustice, and systemic inequality. Her accolades include NASW Ohio’s Social Worker of the Year and the SCDAA’s first CHW P.O.W.E.R Award. Through her advocacy, scholarship, and leadership, Dr. Scott continues to redefine care and inspire change for underserved communities.