Leslye Dwight

Leslye Dwight is a Democratic candidate for Prince George's County Council in District 9. A lifelong resident of the county, she has over 20 years of experience in government, nonprofit, and faith-based leadership. Dwight has served as a Grants and Contracts Manager and previously as the National Programs Manager for the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, focusing on voting rights and health equity. An ordained AME minister, she is the Minister of Social Justice at Community of Hope AME Church. Her advocacy includes tenant protections for seniors and combating human trafficking. She earned a B.S. from Bowie State University and two master's degrees.