The Mary Elizabeth House Announces Dr. Margo Lomax Davidson as Interim CEO
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 3, 2025
Contact: Lydia Sermons
Board Chair, The Mary Elizabeth House, Inc.
[301) 526-0374 – Mobile
LSermons212@gmail.com-Email
The Mary Elizabeth House Announces Dr. Margo Lomax Davidson as Interim CEO
Washington, DC – The Board of Directors of The Mary Elizabeth House, Inc. is proud to announce that Margo Lomax Davidson, Ph.D., former journalist and Pennsylvania State Representative, has been appointed as Interim Chief Executive Officer of the organization, effective January 2, 2025.
With a distinguished career in public service, media, and advocacy, Dr. Lomax Davidson brings a wealth of leadership experience, vision, and commitment to the vital work of The Mary Elizabeth House. For over a decade, the organization has been a sanctuary and resource for young women and their children, particularly those transitioning out of the foster care system, helping them build resilience, holistic well-being, and the confidence to thrive independently.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Margo Lomax Davidson as Interim CEO during this exciting new chapter for The Mary Elizabeth House,” said [Board Chair’s Name], Chair of the Board of Directors. “Dr. Lomax Davidson’s unparalleled dedication to community empowerment, her track record of public service, and her passion for uplifting women and children align perfectly with our mission. We are confident that her leadership and lived experience as a young single mother who overcame abuse and at-risk circumstances will guide us as we expand our impact and deepen our commitment to serving those who need us most.”
Dr. Lomax Davidson is a trailblazer in her own right, serving as the first African American woman elected to represent Delaware County in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Her career as a journalist, coupled with her dedication to advocacy, has given her a unique ability to communicate vision, engage stakeholders, and champion solutions that create sustainable change.
“I am deeply honored to join The Mary Elizabeth House as Interim CEO,” said Dr. Lomax Davidson. “The work of this organization—providing safe housing, guidance, and life skills to young women and their children—is a beacon of hope and opportunity. I look forward to partnering with the Board, staff, and community to ensure that every young woman we serve has the tools, resources, and encouragement she needs to succeed.”
The Mary Elizabeth House has long been a cornerstone of support for young women transitioning out of the foster care system. Through its comprehensive programs in housing, life skills training, and holistic well-being, the organization empowers participants to take charge of their futures and build strong, stable lives for themselves and their children.
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About The Mary Elizabeth House
The Mary Elizabeth House, Inc. is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing safe and stable housing, guidance, and training to young women and their children, particularly those transitioning out of the foster care system. Our mission is to empower young women to build resilience, achieve holistic well-being, and become accountable, self-sufficient individuals who thrive as they care for their families.