I am currently the Program Coordinator for the Center for Dialogue and Resolution. I am in the early stages of developing a school-based restorative justice program in Douglas County. This initiative is focused on reducing youth violence and creating pathways for healing-centered engagement. While the program is still a work in progress, it represents a meaningful step toward supporting young people in our community through accountability, connection, and care.

I bring a strong work ethic rooted in lived experience, academic curiosity, and a commitment to community transformation. My background includes an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice from Umpqua Community College and ongoing studies at Eastern Oregon University, where I am earning a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies. My academic path reflects my belief that complex problems require diverse solutions and that no single discipline alone can address the root causes of harm. I apply my education in real-time through my work in conflict resolution, school outreach, and youth advocacy.

Outside of formal roles, I have presented at community meetings, supported cross-sector collaborations, and contributed to conversations about how we can reimagine justice for youth. I also draw strength and insight from being a mother, which keeps me grounded and focused on building a better future for children and people who deserve the chance to thrive.

Professionally, my goal is to help shift how our community responds to harm and conflict, moving from punitive systems to more restorative, human-centered approaches. I envision building and scaling programs that empower youth, engage families, and strengthen schools through prevention, intervention, and healing. In the future, I want to mentor others working in this space and help shape policies that reflect restorative values.