Heather M. Gaylord is a social advocate who believes in making a difference for women and children. She is an advocate to end the Domestic Sex Trafficking of Women and Girls. She has a Bachelor of Social Work from Alabama State University and a Master of Public Policy from Georgia State University.

Ms. Gaylord is actively involved within her local community. She is the Vice President of Community Council for the Junior League of DeKalb County (2020-2021). She also serves as a member of the Georgia Cares Speaker's Bureau, which is a statewide organization serving victims of child sex trafficking throughout Georgia.

In February 2018, Heather M. Gaylord was featured in Voyage ATL for TUF Project's work in the community. One year later, the NFL recognized her as an ‘Unsung Hero’ to celebrate her essential work on domestic violence and sexual assault prevention during Super Bowl LIII.​