Sharon Murphy is a Lexington, KY native who grew up in North Lexington. She received a bachelor's degree in Political Science and a minor in Philosophy from the University of Kentucky. Sharon received her Master of Public Policy, concentration in Social Policy, from the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University. After returning to Lexington in August 2014, she became very active in the community, educating the public about the importance of being politically educated. Sharon has completed two statewide programs: Emerge Kentucky and New Leaders Kentucky. With over 5 years of experience in public policy and community organizing, she has demonstrated pursuing and executing solutions for her community.