Kiesha Preston Email & Phone Number

Roanoke, Va, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Comprehensive Collaborative Approach to Housing for Survivors Technical Assistance Project (“CAHS Project”)Assist Federal Domestic Violence and Housing Technical Assistance Consortium withimproving policies, identifying promising practices, and strengthening collaborations necessary to improve housing options for survivors of domestic violence and their children to enhance safety, stability, and well-being. Attend Domestic Violence Housing and Technical Assistance Consortium (DVHTAC) Meetings to provide input, and feedbackAdvise NNEDV internally on best practices, with an emphasis on advancing racial equity, based on lived experience and leadership expertise;Participate in webinars, trainings, technical assistance (TA), and conferences

Lead consulting projects focused on addressing social issues such as domestic violence, homelessness, race, and gender inequality.Developed and delivered training programs on social justice, equity, and inclusion.Provided guidance and support to organizations seeking to improve their social impact initiatives.Engaged in lobbying and policy advocacy work to effect legislative change on social justice issues.Delivered engaging and informative public presentations to raise awareness and inspire action.Developed and maintained relationships with clients, partners, and policymakers.Stayed informed about current social issues and trends to inform consulting services and advocacy efforts.Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions to social challenges.

Collaborate with Domestic Violence Housing Technical Assistance Consortium partners to co-facilitate annual Safe Housing Access and Equity WorkgroupIdentify solutions and housing system best practices which drive equitable housing andresource access for survivors across race, identity, and ability. Make recommendations for successfully implementing safe and equitable coordinated entry systems.Participate in monthly workgroup leadership meetingsProvide thought leadership in development of timeline and specific objectives for workgroupPlan content, structure, and process of workgroup meetingsRecruit workgroup participantsCreate project end report highlighting solutions and best practices observed and/or developed by workgroup.

Keep current on Amnesty International's legislative priorities.Maintain regular contact with Members of Congress and their staff regarding human rights issues. Lead workshops and other initiatives to build the lobbying skills of people in state.Help garner media and social media coverage on AIUSA legislative issues.Forge strategic alliances with other organizations where appropriate to help advance AIUSA legislative initiatives or human rights priorities.Work collaboratively with Amnesty members, staff and other volunteer leaders to grow and strengthen the organization’s capacity.

Support CSH, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and other federal partners in developing a data and performance strategy for Victim Service Providers and Continuums of Care to improve coordination and services for survivors of domestic violence who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.Develop and share trauma- and equity-informed best practices for addressing the needs of survivors while meeting federal requirementsParticipate in work group with CSH and other federal partners to develop data and performance strategy, identify barriers, and develop best practices for trauma- and equity-informed services for survivors Develop materials related to the data strategy and best practices identified by the work group

Freelance consultant, working with NGOs and women’s rights organizations worldwide to advance gender equality, and end violence against women through policy, resource, and curriculum development

•Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive annual development plan including an annual fundraising campaign, corporate and foundation giving, individual giving, special events, planned giving, and other fundraising initiatives.•Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive marketing plan•Oversee grant seeking process, including research and proposal writing. Ensure reporting requirements are met and develop and track status of all proposals and reports.• Oversee and coordinate fund raising and special events, including budget development, volunteer management, corporate sponsorships, logistics, and all print and digital marketing materials.• Create weekly, monthly and annual Development Report’s to monitor fundraising progress, as requested.• Serve as staff liaison and attend all event committee and development committee meetings.• Prepare development updates for board meetings.

Support facilitating workshops with groups of city residents Conduct user interviews with different people groups and stakeholders Synthesize research to develop user personas Develop one-page descriptions of comparable programs based on research of those programs and the synthesis of interviews Find trends and patterns in data Support presentation of project findings Support grant-writing on behalf of individuals and organizations Help plan and facilitate in-person events, including focus groups and design sprints

Roanoke, Virginia

• Conduct routine client home visits to gain insight into their environment and any associated effects on their behavior.• Utilize active listening, clear communication, and creative problem solving to diffuse and resolve tense situations with various individuals.• Serve as a liaison between children, guardians, and social workers, ensuring the specific issues relating to each child are addressed.• Foster and maintain rapport with children and families, rely on established trust and communication to meet individual case needs.• Align objectives and bridge communications with community program leaders and advocates to make resources available to those in need.• Monitor visitations between children and biological parents as needed. • Provide assessment, crisis intervention, and counseling to adolescents and families at risk; serve as a liaison interfacing with schools and courts.• Consult with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal educational and mental health plans for youth and families.• Educate youth to acquire improved communication, system navigation, and self-regulation skills.• Identify the needs of youth and families and take appropriate actions to rendered necessary assistance.