Our Team

Aqeela Sherrills is a spirit-centered organizer and activist who has worked for three decades to promote community ownership of public safety and facilitate healing from violence in marginalized communities.

Elizabeth “E” Ruebman is a pioneering policy expert and advocate on victim services, violence reduction, and public safety.

Kyra Dunson possesses extensive experience in business management and operations.

Latrina Kelly-James has 20 years of experience building and advocating for marginalized communities.

Zakiya Kyle, a warrior for social/ economic justice, has a lifelong commitment and a 20 year track record in the nonprofit sector.

Haleemah’s focus is on community violence interventions and community economic development to advance racial & economic justice.

Jen Gannett has a passion for identifying and strengthening systems, policies, supports and funding opportunities.

Shaun D. Emerson is an urban affairs and management specialist who has worked for three decades to promote human development and community well-being.

Alisa Blair brings 20 years of experience as a practitioner in the criminal legal system with an emphasis on youth justice.

Teneishae Coleman brings her financial and accounting background to supporting growing nonprofit organizations.

Kris Arroyo's commitment to preventing gun violence is at the center of her career from the school level to the national level.

A workforce, reentry, and community development professional working 30+ years with ex-offenders, high risk adults, and community and faith-based organizations.

Believes passionately in the importance of empowering economically challenged communities and youth in ways that strengthen their resolve to become active, effective change agents for their community.

Heidi Johnson bridges the gap between unused resources and those in need, while sharing her life experiences in an effort to heal, and restore balance.

Reberta Charles has a deep appreciation for how nonprofits seek to improve the quality of life for Black and brown communities.

Alia Berry has built innovative, evidence-based programming, designed systems for sustainability and trained service providers.

Claudia Bracho serves as a Peace Fellow with the Urban Peace Institute.

David Guizar brings a rich history of working with community intervention and public safety initiatives.

Lisa Long also works as an Investigative Assistant in the homicide unit at the Fayetteville Police Department.

Denissa Roddy is a nonprofit professional, community advocate, educator, and management professional.

Larita Barnes is a licensed and ordained pastor with over 25 years’ experience in consultancy and advocacy.

Pamela Driskel's journey is an inspiration to others.

Osa Tyehimba has honed his leadership, change management, and professional learning skills.

Desmond Lewis is motivated to create future leaders and equity in communities.

Regina Fitch also has consulting practice focused on assisting clients in creating balance and emotional wellness.

Vera Lee Robinson has a deep passion for building equity in community-based programs.