Corbey Dukes Email & Phone Number

At the age of 48, God interrupted my corporate career and took my family and me on a journey into Guatemala and the lives of abused children, single moms and families facing violence and oppression so often found among the poor. I had the privilege of working with God and an amazing team of Guatemalans to create a truly revolutionary ministry in that country. A ministry where exploited children were healed as they regained their voice, where children were restored to families, where families were strengthened, and where child abusers were brought to justice.Along the way I learned Spanish, the intricacies of latin american child protection systems, faith-based therapy models, how to engage local churches in the call to child justice, how to engage national governments in evidence-based child systems reform, and the bravery, wisdom, and passion for justice of our team of Guatemalan social workers, therapists, lawyers, and care-givers.Now we are replicating that model around the world as we develop new programs to prevent abuse and help children, families and families were restored as we seek justice for children and bring abusers to justice. I help bridge the gap between those whose blessings have helped secure a life of relative safety and those who face life without support. I have learned that the most empowering force is Christ. Everything I do is set toward the singular goal of glorifying Him.I am driven to shine light into darkness, elevate stories of good news, and fan the flame of healing and restoration.My biggest learning across a diversity of professional environments is that the credibility of our Christian witness is at stake whenever we choose to engage or ignore vulnerable children and families. Every Christian I know wants to honor God but we all need help in learning how to do that consistently through a Christ-integrated life.AREAS OF EXPERTISE:► Sharing the biblical view of justice, therapy and partnering with governments► Creating systems that restore the hearts and rights of children► Translating complex concepts of trauma, justice and child protection to Christian audiences► Engaging the local church (US and international) in partnering for child protection and child justice issuesOur mission is the call of Isaiah 1:17, to serve these children by constantly learning better ways to meet their needs, earnestly seeking justice for them, empowering them for a healthy future and advocating for community change.Contact info:Corbey Dukescorbey.dukes@kidsalive.org