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•Directed an intergenerational tutoring and mentoring program, leading 100 volunteers in 10 high needs Baltimore City Schools.

•Organized and coordinated trauma-informed sessions throughout the state of Maryland resulting in improved attendance and behavior for participants. •Conducted assessments of program participants’ strengths and needs, developed intervention plans, and connected families with community resources. •Supervised program volunteers and mentors.

•Designed and facilitated youth justice workshops, promoting self-advocacy among youth. •Conducted individual advisory sessions to identify goals and needs of each youth. •Trained youth to serve as spokespeople and community organizers.•Collected and managed program data, prepared reports, and managed the program budget. •Supervised law students in designing and facilitating parent workshops.

• Developed and implemented life skills training and college preparatory programs for at-risk youth. • Facilitated mentoring programs and established partnerships with schools in high-need areas to enhance educational opportunities.

•Provided individualized care and treatment to youth involved in the criminal justice system.•Developed and implemented positive integration plans. •Conducted investigations, made recommendations and referred juveniles to community agencies for specialized services.•Conducted counseling interviews and maintained up-to-date case notes.•Regularly provided testimony in court.