Having a passion for service and a sincere love and care for those in need, Betty Lamar enthusiastically responded to a clear vision of her soul - an inspiration to provide the right guide and support to victims of domestic violence, employment discrimination, and abuse of any kind.

Likewise, as a domestic violence survivor and as a Hispanic woman, Betty is aware of the tremendous need for minority groups under abusive and/or discriminatory environments to access help and support.

Hence, as the Hispanic community flourished in Wayne County and other areas of eastern North Carolina, the need for a centralized organization committed to responding to the specific needs of the growing population resulted in the foundation of Project Hope of Wayne County.

Originally from Dominican Republic, Dahyanna has been calling Goldsboro, NC home for 20 years now. She attended The National Evangelical University in the Dominican Republic where she studied Psychology.  Dahyanna decided to further her education and get a feel of the Psychology degree in the States, and she is very excited to be obtaining a second degree in Psychology from the University of Mount Olive in the fall of 2024. She is a certified Christian Life Coach through the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

Dahyanna is a pastor, and alongside her family, planted Reavivamiento Church. This is a multicultural church in Goldsboro, NC.

Dahyanna loves to empower minds through faith and psychology. She is passionate about leading others toward purpose and healing.  

Ethel Peterson is from Goldsboro, NC and runs an outreach ministry called Breaking Racial Barriers, Bridging the Gap Outreach Ministries. She and her husband Dwight and own Scorpio Salon II, a hair salon that's been serving Goldsboro for 30 years. They have 3 children, 5 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild.

Growing up with 12 siblings, Ethel enjoyed helping raise her family as the oldest girl. He ministry includes a food truck that feeds those in need, a service she’s been dedicated to for over 30 years with he friend Faye Henry. They support various ministries and functions, including Betty Lamar's ministry in Ecuador. Their passion is to serve mankind beyond the four walls.