Community Advisory Board

Executive Director, Concord Prison Outreach Inc.

Mr. Sam Williams has been in the non-profit sector for over twenty years. He is a native Bostonian and a graduate from Boston University with a master’s degree in City Planning.

Chief of Staff, Office of Black Male Advancement

Maddrey Goode brings 25+ years of experience in the nonprofit and government sectors dedicated to serving all residents of Boston, particularly those in the underserved communities of Roxbury, Mattapan, Dorchester, and the South End.

Executive Director, Roxbury Youthworks, Inc

Since 2008 Mia Alvarado has been the Executive Director of Roxbury Youthworks, Inc. A Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Mia has worked extensively in the field of child welfare and juvenile justice.

Student Services Coordinator, Boston Public Schools

Olinka is a passionate advocate for social justice. Olinka is committed to women’s rights, youth development, immigration reform, fair housing and excellence in education.

Superintendent, Bureau of Field Services, Boston Police Department

Lanita currently serves as the Superintendent of Bureau of Field Services in the Boston Police Department and is a 27-year veteran of BPD. Throughout Lanita’s tenured career, she has served a range of positions within BPD.

Vice President of Innovation & Strategic Partnerships, Children’s Services of Roxbury

Harry Harding is an experienced non-profit leader, facilitator and writer who has worked in several capacities with youth and families for two decades in the Boston community and surrounding areas.

Luma is a native of Boston with over 17 years of experience as a clinical social worker working with high-risk individuals and families. She has committed her career to serving individuals impacted by trauma, violence, and the criminal justice system

Violence Prevention Specialist, Boston Public Schools

Lucinda is a district social worker in the Office of Social Work in Boston Public Schools. In her role she facilitates professional development, mentors school based social workers, provides crisis support, and facilitates restorative justice circles

Attorney in Charge, Youth Advocacy Division

Jeff is the Attorney in Charge of the Roxbury Youth Advocacy Division (YAD) office of the Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS), the statewide public defender agency.

Professor at Boston University