Debra Chenault uses encouragement and mentorship to affect change in her job.She is the first African-American woman promoted to captain in the Forsyth County, North Carolina, Sheriff's Office."I think it’s such a privilege and opportunity — when you get the opportunity to touch the lives of the staff members, to touch the lives of the inmates that are incarcerated in our facility," she said.The sheriff’s office is 170 years old.Her passion for inmates is evident."I want to let them know that, although this is a rough time in their life, that tomorrow you write the chapters in their book, and things can change," she said. "I want to motivate them to be able never to return to this detention center."A sense of motivation and inspiration were crucial to being considered for the role."For little girls that are dreaming, I want them to continue to dream big because I know it’s achievable," Chenault said.Watch her inspirational story above.