✰✰✰Falema N. Graham, M.A✰✰✰ Email & Phone Number

As a Project Manager, I oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of agency initiatives aimed at addressing domestic violence, sexual assault and promoting the safety and well-being of survivors. I manage key projects by coordinating teams, resources, and timelines to ensure successful outcomes. I work closely with shelters , community organizations, and stakeholders to implement programs that meet the needs of vulnerable populations while ensuring compliance with regulations. My role involves strategic planning, risk management, and problem-solving to deliver impactful services that support survivors and advance policies for a safer, more supportive society.

United States

Providing coaching and professional development for youth, adults, and re-entry professionals, helping elevate their careers and reach their full potential, regardless of background or community dynamics.

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Leading the National Circle of Parents Initiative, I facilitate support groups, train staff and partners, ensure program compliance, manage public relations, evaluate effectiveness, and connect families with wraparound services.

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

In my role, I worked closely with Assistant U.S. Attorneys, victim service providers, and law enforcement to coordinate efforts for criminal and civil cases, focusing on victim identification and service provision. I supported victims through various stages of legal proceedings, including court events, status updates, victim rights, and addressing inquiries and concerns. Part of my responsibilities included determining program eligibility to ensure victims received the services they needed.I played a key role in developing and maintaining a robust network of service providers, expanding resources for victims of federal crimes. This network enabled us to offer more comprehensive support across the district. I also participated in all trafficking task force meetings, ensuring that collaboration and communication were effective in addressing the needs of survivors in the region.In addition to my work at the local level, I performed contract responsibilities on a national scale, adhering to federal laws and procedures to ensure compliance. I meticulously tracked and analyzed statistical and quantitative data, reporting on program activity and outcomes to help improve services and meet federal requirements. My work was driven by a commitment to providing essential support to victims while helping to strengthen the systems that serve them.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

As a Family Bereavement Homicide Advocate at the State Attorney’s Office in Baltimore, I was dedicated to supporting victims and witnesses of crime through the aftermath of traumatic events. My role involved providing crucial case information and guiding individuals through the complex criminal justice process, ensuring they were informed and empowered. I also facilitated discussions about safety concerns and post-trial matters, offering a compassionate and supportive presence during a time of immense uncertainty.A key aspect of my role was cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ranging from local law enforcement to community organizations at the state and federal levels. This allowed me to effectively coordinate services, ensuring victims and their families had access to the resources they needed to rebuild their lives.I co-facilitated bi-weekly meetings for a victim family bereavement support group, creating a safe space for families affected by homicide. These meetings, activities, and events were designed to foster healing and provide essential emotional support.Additionally, I reviewed and assessed emergency aid requests in accordance with the Emergency Victim Assistance Fund guidelines, assisting victims with securing emergency travel, lodging, and replacing essential personal items, and connecting them with other crisis intervention services.I also documented client engagement services and reported these to federal and state agencies that provided funding, ensuring compliance and securing continued financial support for critical victim services. Through this multifaceted approach, I was able to make a meaningful impact by providing both practical assistance and emotional support, helping families navigate one of the most difficult experiences they could face.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Served as a liaison between Homicide Unit Detectives (which included shooting, overdose (opioid crisis-related), kidnapping, family violence, suicide, and trafficking victims), State's Attorney's Office, and Homicide Survivors to provide criminal case wrap-around services.Advocated and provided case management services for over 3000 surviving victims from 2006-to 2019 of homicide in 2 years.Coordinated victim service efforts with local service providers with Department personnel, federal, state, and local law enforcement, and victim service providers in providing victims of shooting, homicide, kidnapping, domestic violence, suicide and trafficking, and opioid crisis victims

O’Donnell Heights

Created, directed, planned, coordinated, and controlled the execution of agency youth development program activities and services for over 150 youths yearly. Recruited, oriented, trained, supervised, and evaluated a team of 3 part-time employees and 20 volunteers. Referred families to appropriate services agencies when suitable: Child protection/welfare program, Social Service, Social Security, Medical social work program/ psychiatric rehabilitation programs, grief counseling services, and housing vouchers which assisted with immediate needs: food, shelter, and clothing.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

As the lead Instructor, I trained, developed, and supervised three Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) Corps Career Readiness Training Programs for At-Risk Youth ages 14-21. After completion of the program, youth were placed in full-time employment, which leads to permanent placement for over 65% of youth. Provided coordination of all services between job seekers, training providers, and employers. Surpassed attendance and completion goals for all programs within four months of employment, resulting in a 95% classroom retention rate and 89% placement and retention throughout the program.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Coached youth in high school grades 9-12 on how to obtain Microsoft Office certifications. In addition to providing trade schools students (adults) with high-quality career development training programs. Equipped students with employable knowledge and skills for obtaining employment.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

I provided training and education to job seekers, agency staff, and community partners in this position. Assisted with the design, development, and implementation of training and staff development activities, helping them meet their goals and objectives.

Dayton, Ohio Area

In this internship, I generated coverage on featured stories utilizing a variety of sources. Conducted research, verified and confirmed news leads, and free tips. Conducted in-depth interviews with the primary sources (public witnesses). Produced, edited, and reviewed news scripts/selected sound bites, videos, pictures, and graphics

Wilberforce Ohio

Performed security patrols on foot to ensure university policies are enforced and provided students and staff public safety. Served as an investigations case manager and is responsible for ensuring that follow-up investigations of college-related crimes or incidents are conducted when warranted.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

(92Q Jams, Magic 95.9, WOLB 1010), In this internship, I worked for the Promotion Department. I produced Jeff Majors Sunday Morning Joy Radio Show weekly. Created correspondences, reports, social media site updates, and additional documents such as promotional flyers, posters, and announcements (both paper and electronically). Coordinated and traveled to multiple promotional events and monitored pick-up and deliveries. Conducted and maintained quality control and marketing inventory procedures on equipment, products and maintained proper records for quality control reports.

1100 Wicomico Street

Provided field support to all stores locations, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and corporate office on topics ranging from recruiting to retention, performance evaluation to reward systems, conflict resolution, to legal compliance.

Master’S Degree, Organizational Communications - Public Affairs, 3.76

Activities and Societies: Graduate Student Government Assoication Golden Key International Honour Society, Graduate Student.

Bachelor’S Degree, Mass Communications/Media Studies, 3.00

Activities and Societies: Krimson Kourts Incorporated National Service Organization Student Government AssociationParticipated in Student.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Mass Communication/Media Studies

Activities and Societies: Student Government Association (SGA), Krimson Kourts Incorporated National Service Organization