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Detroit, Michigan, United States

Lansing, Michigan, United States

Led a statewide nonprofit providing immigration legal services for over 1,000 low income immigrants, asylum seekers, and refugees. Work with a statewide board of directors to establish strategy and plans for the newly merged agency. Provided leadership and support to staff and over 150 volunteers statewide.

Pontiac, Michigan

Direct the legal advocacy and assault response programs for survivors of domestic and sexual violence throughout Oakland County.

Greater Detroit Area

Provide guidance and direction, assist with special events, write grants, develop outreach programs to faith-based community, and counsel on volunteer management and HR matters.

Flint, Mi

Transformed a small nonprofit agency into a nationally accredited child advocacy center. Led a small staff, over 100 volunteers, 22 board members, and a multidisciplinary team comprised of 28 police jurisdictions, protective services workers, medical and mental health professionals, and victim advocates in the prevention of child abuse and protection of children.Revived Court Appointed Special Advocates Program by hiring, training and supervising staff, resulting in a ten-fold increase in volunteers and compliance with National CASA Standards. Developed events and programs to attract new donors and raise awareness of child abuse, including the Superhero Fun Run.Diversified funding to include individual donors, corporations, local, state and federal funding. Implemented evidence-based programming and developed trainings for professionals and the community, including the nationally recognized Stewards of Children program.Developed a partnership with Western Michigan Universityʼs Childrenʼs Trauma Assessment Center and community partners, transforming Genesee Countyʼs child welfare system into a trauma-focused system, which is expected to inform providers nationally. Work with local school districts to train teachers and students about prevention and recognition of child abuse.Effectively managed the creation of a new brand identity for the organization, including a strong Facebook following, website development, and numerous appearances on local television news.

Provided legal counsel and representation to low income clients in consumer and family law, serving approximately 1,000 clients annually.Provided legal advice and representation to low income families in consumer and family law. Managed cases, drafted pleadings, conducted research, negotiated, wrote motions and briefs. I collaborated with pro bono attorneys to create pro se materials and conduct workshops on family law matters.

Served as a member of the national service movement, living their motto, “Getting things done.” Recruited and placed thousands of volunteers with local nonprofit agencies.Recruited and placed thousands of volunteers with local nonprofit agencies. Assisted with interviews, training, and management of volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Represented the agency at community groups, provided support at meetings, helped organize events such as open houses and an annual book drive. Provided information and referrals to callers and walk-in clients for matters such as evictions, shut-offs, medical issues, child care, food needs, etc.

Jd, Law

Activities and Societies: Journal of Gender and Law Helped survivors of domestic violence obtain personal protection orders. Served.

Bachelor'S Degree, Sociology And Women'S Studies

Activities and Societies: Taught English and founded a women’s resource center in a remote area of Jamaica. Worked at a traditional.