Pamela Gregory is the Co-founder of the National Center for Urban Solutions (NCUS), The African American Male Wellness Agency (AAMWA), Academy for Urban Scholars High Schools and NCUS TEC. She has been systematically empowering individuals across the nation to become self-sustaining for more than 20 years.
Operating from the motto, "Just do the work!" Gregory fosters empowerment and change through collective action. She has been a powerful voice of influence and advocacy, raising awareness regarding health disparities amongst African Americans in cities throughout the United States. Committed to changing lives and providing resources that have created stronger communities, she takes a 'hands-on' approach to service by investing in people.
Establishing one of the largest health initiatives for minorities in Central Ohio, she has been an instrumental part in raising millions of dollars in funding, directly impacting more than 50,000 families. Providing resources that have brought health care services directly to residents; giving access to free health screenings, physician referrals and health care providers, Gregory has been a part of the solution. Pamela's work has expanded across 15 cities nationwide.
Invested in the total well-being of people, Gregory has overseen the establishment of urban community programs in core areas such as education, financial wellness, health and wellness and workforce development.
In 2021, Gregory expanded her vision founding Uplift Her, a holistic awareness initiative designed to extend the life expectancy of women of color. Providing health education, support and resources to women of color, Gregory rallied community partners and sponsors to provide yet another resource of sustainability for the community.
Gregory holds a B.A. from The Ohio State University and currently serves as a board member on the Franklin Park Conservatory Women's Board, NCUS TEC, AAMWA and SisterServ. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and active member of Church of Christ of the Apostolic Faith where she serves on the Community Task Force & Health/Wellness Ministry.
Gregory's work has received recognition from Ohio Governors Ted Strickland and John Kasich and President Barack Obama and most recently has been recognized in Forbes, Black Enterprise & Inc.
Passionate about family, life and seeing people reach their greatest potential, Pamela Gregory is changing lives, not just offering the solution, but "Just doing the work!"
