About NFWL
Councilwoman Gwendolyn Kennedy
South Carolina State Director
Richland County Councilwoman Gwendolyn Kennedy is well
acquainted with policies that guide governance and public policy,
for while she may have been sworn into office in January of 2009,
she brings a wealth of experience to the job as she previously
served the residents of Richland County Council District 7 from
1990-1997.
Ms. Kennedy says that she was inspired to run for office for a
second time because she sincerely wants to help all of the citizens
of Richland County. Councilwoman Kennedy says that during her
tenure she will work to improve the quality of life for residents
living within all the communities of her district by working hard
on issues of growth and development and that she will collaborate
with her fellow members of council to build upon existing county
services and programs.
The 30-year educator and administrator holds a Master of Arts
degree in elementary school education and administration and a
Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Science. Ms. Kennedy counts her
exceptional communication skills, and her ability to work with
others among her greatest strengths. She also pledges to be
accessible and available to her constituents.