Elizabeth Wong Ahlers, Ph.D., is a mother of six, Councilwoman, businesswoman, and nature enthusiast with a passion for public service and a vision for the future that includes restoring personal liberties, safer communities, less government intervention, and restored parental rights.

In addition to serving as Councilwoman in Crescenta Valley, California, Elizabeth also has served on multiple international boards and committees including Bridge to Nations (humanitarian and educational work) as well as in local service capacities, such as chaplain for the Boy Scouts of America. Her extensive humanitarian work has taken her to Asia, India, and Bolivia working predominantly with children, women, and other underprivileged groups.

Elizabeth is certified and supports the local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and is even a licensed Ham Radio technician. Elizabeth is a local educator who has taught at UCLA, Los Angeles Valley College, and Glendale Community College. She graduated from Hoover High School in Glendale and earned a bachelor’s degree from UCLA, a Master’s Degree in Teaching English from UCLA, and a Doctorate Degree in Applied Theology.

She has served locally and internationally in areas of education and community wholeness as well as serving on local private school boards. Elizabeth is a fifth generation Californian, a mother to six beautiful children, and grandmother of three. When time has allowed, she has volunteered as a support group leader, youth leader, and a hospice Chaplain.