We are your neighbors. Mothers. Sisters. Daughters. Grandmothers. Aunts.
Some of us grew up here. Some moved away and returned. Others moved in and never left.
We are professionals and students, stay-at-home moms and small business owners.
We care about our community and want to see it continue to move forward.
We are the Kudzu Coalition.
Our Mission
The mission of the Kudzu Coalition is to build a progressively intentioned network of women and allies. Through non-partisanship and an emphasis on inclusion, we strive to make Cleveland County a community that is representative of all residents by sowing the seeds of progress.
This progress is home grown right here in Cleveland County and cultivated by local leadership.
Kudzu Coalition’s fundamental goals are to foster localized empowerment through volunteerism, education, activism, and mobilization efforts. Supporting progressive women throughout the county, and beyond, by building an inclusive network of member-led advocacy.
We believe that women are a strong source of community building, and that using a member-led approach enables localized, progressive impact.
Stevie
Stevie Brooks is the founder of Shelby Women for Progress. Born and raised in Western North Carolina, she has called Cleveland County home for most of her life. Stevie is a community advocate and believes in racially equitable progress that benefits rural and working class women in all of Western North Carolina.
Heather
Heather Tullos has lived in Cleveland County since 2008. As a single mom who spent most of her life just figuring out how to keep the lights on, she is passionate about equitable policies that lift up working-class women and foster community.