Cynthia Young is an Ordained Minister and advocate for Justice. Her work is centered at the intersection of faith and wellness. Driven by a commitment to human dignity and equity, Cynthia works to inspire transformative change in individuals and entire communities. She is the daughter of Sandra Gordon and grand daughter of Emma Sept and Louiza Brown. She is a proud mother and wife. She is the founder and leading lady of Institute for Glowing In Grace; a faith-based coaching and teaching ministry supporting others to activate their faith and nurture their spiritual well-being. Through her writing, coaching, teaching, mentoring, and outreach to the community, she hopes to make a positive impact in the lives of others and leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. She has written and published several books.

Cynthia is a graduate of University of Louisiana at Monroe where she earned a master’s degree in Public Administration and is currently pursuing education in theological studies. Cynthia currently lives in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.