Believing that
it is essential to give back to the community, Desley has been a consistent
school volunteer, focusing on literacy. She coached
an Odyssey of the Mind Team from Shalimar Elementary, which won local, state and international
competitions.
Desley was nominated for the President Regan's Points of Life Award
for her volunteerism to increase literacy in both children and adults.
She was recognized by the Governor of Rhode Island for her volunteer
work in literacy. She is currently listed in the International
Who's Who of Professional Business Women.
Desley is also very involved in her church, where she has
holds the position as Sunday School Leader and participated in
two medical/dental mission trips to Costa Rica.