Dr. Chanda Jackson, a native of Dover, Delaware, earned her Doctor of Social Work degree from Capella University in August 2013. Chanda graduated from Dover High School and completed both her Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Social Work degree from Delaware State University. She serves as Vice President of the Capital School Board, and as a board member for the nonprofit organizations, HELP Initiative, Inc., Dover Police Athletic League, and Hope Medical Clinic.

Chanda has continued her leadership role in the community as she knows first-hand about rebuilding economically distressed, but culturally rich communities. Working for the National Council on Agricultural Life and Labor Research Fund, Inc., Chanda works under the line of business, “Restoring Central Dover.” Leading community engagement in and beyond the Downtown Development District, supporting grassroots organizations, and volunteering in the community, Chanda is passionate about change in her community and state. She works faithfully along-side residents and various stakeholders to transform a blighted and underserved community in Dover. By building innovative cross-sector partnerships, Chanda was the lead coordinator for Lights on Dover Strong, and Open Streets Dover. Chanda lives in Dover with her husband, Orlando, and son, Or’Chaud.