Dr. Gwen Dowdy-Rodgers
Dr. Gwen Dowdy-Rodgers is a passionate advocate, dynamic leader, and lifelong San Bernardino resident. With advanced degrees in behavioral health, human resources, and educational leadership, she champions foster youth, equity in education, and community well-being. She’s the founder of Young Women’s Empowerment, helping young women pursue their highest aspirations, and brings over 20 years of business finance experience to her work.
Dr. Dowdy-Rodgers serves as a First 5 San Bernardino Commissioner, Vice President of the San Bernardino County Board of Education, and a former president and trustee of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education. In 2022, she became the first Black woman elected to the County Board representing Area D (San Bernardino, Rialto, and Snowline).