
Davis County
Davis County, nestled north of Salt Lake City, offers a distinct mix of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility as the third most populous county in the state with over 370,000 residents. The county is home to Hill Air Force Base, ensuring economic resilience and cultural vibrancy. Notably, Davis County boasts an array of activities, including hiking trails like the Bonneville Shoreline, Adams Canyon, and the Farmington Bay Waterfowl Management Area; parks like Antelope Island State Park and Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve; and the added allure of Lagoon Amusement Park, 10 golf courses, and Station Park shopping center, making it a sought-after destination in Northern Utah. Because grassroots engagement is key to making long-term societal change in the initiative A Bolder Way Forward (BWF), the Davis County Coalition leaders amplify research-based efforts and bring the BWF message to every city, town, business, neighborhood, and family. Since the “whole is greater than the sum of the parts,” we look at individuals and organizations currently doing the work in each area of focus (spoke) and elevate existing efforts. By lifting women and girls, we lift all residents.
When we understand the data, in addition to listening and responding to concerns regarding the needs of girls and women in Davis County, we will be better able to change harmful or ineffective policies and programs, continue effective action, support effective leaders, identify and solve local problems, and create responsive initiatives for Utah families.
Key Resources
County Leaders
Bettina Smith Edmondson
Sr. Consultant, Optum
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Bettina Smith Edmondson is a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, community member, church worker, coworker, Layton City Councilwoman, and advocate, using her influence to help people thrive.
Isa Perry
Health Strategy Manager, DCHD
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Isa is a passionate advocate for the health & well-being of family, friends, neighbors and community. The Davis4Health Coordinator with the Davis County Health Department, she has 28 years as a public health professional and is a Certified Health Education Specialist.
Elizabeth Miller
Research Manager, Ancestry
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Elizabeth is an advocate for women’s advancement and well-being. A team leader in the tech industry and co-chair of her company’s women’s ERG, she brings a focus on mentorship, workplace equity, and creating career opportunities for women.
- Email Davis County Coalition volunteers
- Email Avery Walsh, UWLP Regional Coordinator



















