Lynette serves as the Vice President of the Ugandan Link, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to the team. With a background in the legal industry, Lynette is passionate about advancing the organization’s mission to empower the Ugandan community by fostering unity, belonging, and prosperity.
Lynette demonstrates the leadership, strategic thinking, and collaboration essential for steering the organization toward its goals. Committed to community impact, she partners closely with the President and board to create initiatives driving meaningful change. Lynette’s expertise and vision significantly enhance the organization’s success and growth, inspiring others to get involved.
Lynette’s desire to assist others motivated her educational pursuits and ultimately directed her toward a legal career with a boutique law firm in Maryland. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in criminology and criminal justice from the University of Maryland College Park and a Master of Science in intelligence management from the University of Maryland Global Campus.
Born in Kampala, Uganda, Lynette is the second of four children. Her family immigrated to the United States in 1999. For 25 years, she has resided in Silver Spring, Maryland, cultivating deep connections within the local Ugandan community.
Lynette boasts a widely eclectic taste in music, a love for reading, a burgeoning passion for DIY projects such as homemade soaps and candles, and a zest for travel, showcasing a vibrant array of hobbies and interests. However, if asked about her favorite pastime, it undoubtedly involves spending time with her beloved Schnauzer/Lab mix, Raven.
