She advocates to help children, combat human trafficking, and support victims of domestic violence.

In 2016, Beshear and her husband founded the Hope Gallery art exhibit that features works by youth assisted by Family Scholar House.

During her first six months as the first lady, she started the Coverings for Kids campaign advocating for face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

[4] In January 2021, Beshear issued a statement against political divisiveness and called for unity in the state.

She is a deacon at Beargrass Christian, a Disciples of Christ church in St. Matthews, Kentucky.