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Doris Strong
Doris Strong is a founding member of Rooted In Community Development Corporation and is employed with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC), where she serves as an Engineering Branch Chief supporting the acquisition of Combat Engineering and Material Handling Equipment (CE/MHE). In this role, Doris leads a multidisciplinary team of engineers responsible for systems engineering, configuration management, test support, and technical development, ensuring mission readiness and operational excellence.
My Story
Doris has been married to her loving husband, Cornelius, for 27 years and is the proud mother of two daughters, Christiana and Kylese. In addition to raising her own children, Doris and her family have opened their home and hearts to care for more than 22 foster children, reflecting a deep commitment to nurturing, stability, and opportunity for youth. She is especially passionate about ensuring young people are supported, empowered, and given pathways to thrive. Her service extends beyond youth advocacy into adult education, where she tutors English as a Second Language (ESL) and supports High School Completion and Adult Basic Education (HSC/ABE) programs. Doris also provides leadership for the 40+ Double Dutch Club in Detroit and Flint, promoting wellness, community connection, and lifelong engagement. Doris has always exemplified the importance of giving back, making Rooted In CDC a perfect match for her, especially since her love language is Acts of Service.
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