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A voice you can trust and leader you can count on. 

District 4 deserves leadership that shows up, follows through, and puts residents first.

I am running to ensure our district has a strong voice at City Hall, one that listens first, acts responsibly, and delivers real results on public safety, infrastructure, economic opportunity, and quality of life.

My mission for VB is to provide responsive, transparent, and accountable leadership that prioritizes the neighborhoods, families, and businesses of VB especially in District 4.

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Meet Bernita

Healthcare professional. Community advocate. Proven leader.

Over 20 years of experience serving families in our community, Bernita is committed to bringing thoughtful leadership, transparency, Fiscally sound judgement and real solutions to City Council, putting in the work for District 4.

  • B.S. Biology, Hampton University (1997)

  • M.S. Physician Assistant Studies, EVMS (2006)

Bernita is a dedicated healthcare professional, community advocate, and candidate for Virginia Beach City Council, District 4. A proud graduate of Hampton University, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology in 1997. She later received her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) in 2006.

Bernita has built her career around service, caring for families, advocating for patients, and working to ensure access to quality, compassionate care. Her medical training has strengthened her ability to listen carefully, think critically, and make thoughtful decisions under pressure.

Beyond her professional work, Bernita has been deeply engaged in the community, assisting those in need, supporting local initiatives, and working alongside residents to improve opportunities for families across District 4. She believes effective leadership begins with accessibility, transparency, and a genuine commitment to the people you serve.

Bernita is running for City Council to bring steady leadership, real-world problem-solving experience, and a servant’s heart to the decisions shaping Virginia Beach’s future.

Accomplishments, Boards and Leadership Roles

Leadership & Board Roles

  • President, Diamond Springs Condominium Association 

  • Treasurer, Diamond Springs Condominium Association

  • Vice Chair, Portsmouth Jewels of Hope (501c3)

  • President, Portsmouth Pan-Hellenic Council

  • Executive Committee Member, NAACP Virginia Beach

  • Former Secretary, NAACP Virginia Beach

  • Chair, ACT-SO Program (NAACP Virginia Beach)

  • Founder & Facilitator, Leading Ladies Group at Betty F. Williams

Leadership Development & Honors

  • Graduate, Delta Leadership Fellows Academy (South Atlantic Region)

  • Silver Life Member, NAACP

Community & Civic Engagement

  • Deacon, Second Baptist Church East End

  • Member, Tri-Campus PTA

  • Member, BPOE Elks

  • Member, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (Chesapeake/Virginia Beach Alumnae Chapter)

  • Member, 10-1 Referendum Committee Coalition

  • Member, Virginia Beach Democratic Committee

Professional & Volunteer Experience

  • Cardiac Technician (Volunteer), Phoebus Rescue Squad

  • Grant Writer and Nonprofit Leadership Certificate, Tidewater Community College

  • Medical Missionary

  • Virginia General Assembly for the Drug Affordability Board (Volunteer Lobbyist)

District 4 deserves a council member who is present, prepared, and proactive.

My campaign is rooted in service, fairness, and ensuring that our community has not just representation, but advocacy.

  • Representation is vital which means talking to the community and voting based on the needs of the community. 

  • Growth must respect neighborhoods, Development should not outpace infrastructure.

  • Safe neighborhoods are built through partnership-proactive community, visibility and prevention.