Ayana B. Thurston

Ayana B. Thurston is a dedicated legal services professional with a robust background in legal coordination and public service. Since July 2018, Ayana has served as the Legal Services Coordinator at Albemarle County, previously holding the position of Paralegal. Prior experience includes roles as a Field Organizer for Dan Ward for Congress and an Intern in the Office of Congressman A. Donald McEachin, where responsibilities involved research assistance, constituent interaction, and administrative tasks. Additional experience encompasses positions as a Teacher Assistant and Newsletter Editor at First Steps Infant Development Center, a Legal Intern at Slater & Smith, PLLC, and a Dining Room Assistant at Dogwood Village Nursing Home. Ayana holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Virginia Commonwealth University and is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration at Virginia Tech.