Born: TN
Address: 2811 Ravenwood Drive, Memphis, TN 38134
Telephone: (901) 373-3885
E-mail Address: aghenry1atbellsouth.net
Criminal History/Felony – N/A
Heritage
Enrolled member, *Tanasi Council of the Far Away Cherokee, (*SB1978/HB1692). Nominee did not request Indian preference from TNNAC, chose state’s guidelines for Indian preference, [RE: TCA 4-34-104 (b) (3) Preference in selection of at least five (5) Indian commissioners shall be given to Native American Indians, i.e., persons having origins in any of the original peoples of North America, and who maintain cultural identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition.]
Educational Background
High School – Excelsor, Norwalk, CA. Adult Classes
Cerritos College Norwalk, CA. – Art Major
Work History
Professional Artist – 30 years (National and International)
Military Service: N/A
Family
Married, three children, four grandchildren and four great grandchildren
Community Involvement
Commissioner of Indian Affairs (June 2008 to present)
Far Away Cherokee/Native American Indian Association of Memphis (1989 – to present)
CEO Far Away Cherokee (1997 – to present)
Awarded 50 Women Who Make A Difference in Memphis (2002 & 2006)
Public Speaking
TNNAC Convention delegate 2007 and 2009
Statement of Suitability as Commissioner
I have worked with Native Peoples as an officer in the Far Away Cherokee/NAIA of Memphis continually since 1985. As President and board member our duties were to provide for the needs of those people of Native Heritage, which provided me with the knowledge necessary to apply the community programs to help in the everyday requests from those who are indigenous to our area as well as those in transition in Memphis. This experience is valuable in knowing my Native Community, their needs and they variety in cultures.
My years as a career Marines’ wife allowed me the opportunity to learn one of life’s most valuable lessons. The variety of people and places and the opportunity to learn from new experiences and the personal growth as a person. The strength gained from independence as a Marine’s wife made leadership possible.
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