ABOUT
Linda K. Edwards, LPN, is a powerhouse of purpose—a licensed practical nurse, nonprofit founder, community advocate, podcast host, and transformational speaker with an unwavering commitment to healing, equity, and systemic change. She is the founder and CEO of New Me New You Inc., a trailblazing nonprofit that empowers individuals through mentorship, holistic development, and purpose-driven programs rooted in love and lived experience. Born in Freeport, New York and raised in foster care, Linda transformed childhood trauma into triumph. Her early experiences of separation, loss, and survival instilled a passion for standing in the gap for the unheard and overlooked. Through New Me New You Inc., she leads six initiatives—supporting the incarcerated, women, Men.youth, migrants, seniors, and individuals facing homelessness and recovery. Linda’s voice is a force in social justice advocacy, addressing: • Housing insecurity & homelessness (youth and adults) • Incarceration & reentry challenges • Food insecurity • Elder support & caregiver dignity • Culturally competent care for marginalized groups As an LPN, she brings compassionate care to hospitals, homes, and shelters—always prioritizing humanity and healing. In 2024, Linda received the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for her decades of service. Her work has been featured in CEO Weekly Magazine, Women’s Journal, NBC, CBS, and The Sun. She also hosts New Me New You with Linda K. Edwards, a powerful podcast that amplifies stories of restoration and purpose. Her upcoming memoir, I’m a Little Bit Crazy but I Came Out Okay, is a declaration of healing, faith, and identity.
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