- All Staff
- Administrators
- Workforce Excellence Project Team Leads
- Evaluators
- Leadership Development Specialists
- University Partnerships
- Project Support
- Communication and Dissemination - LINKD
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Alexandria Wall
Evaluation Staff
Alexandria Wall
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I have the opportunity to work with an incredible team on projects that will support child welfare staff in providing positive outcomes for the children and families they serve.
- Phone:303-871-5179
- Email:alexandria.wall@du.edu
Alexis Howard
UP Liaison
Alexis Howard
UP Liaison
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy supporting workforce members as they expand their knowledge and integrate the skills, competencies, and values into child welfare practice.
- Phone:914-319-6238
- Email:alexishowardL@aol.com
Amita Manandhar
LINKD Specialist
Amita Manandhar
LINKD Specialist
I am passionate about helping to make an impact in an important topic as child welfare. I feel honored to be working with such talented group of people and to be a part of the groundbreaking work that NCWWI does to support social workers, children and families.
- Phone:303-871-5699
- Email:amita.manandhar@du.edu
Amy Grenier
Evaluation Staff
Amy Grenier
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Of my love for working with data, working with people, and using my skills to support the important work that jurisdictions do every day to serve children and families.
- Phone:303-871-3804
- Email:amy.grenier@du.edu
Amy He
Evaluation Lead, PI
Amy He
Evaluation Lead, PI
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Supporting the child welfare workforce increases supports for children and families.
- Phone:303-871-2710
- Email:amy.he@du.edu
Ann Baker
BSC Specialist
Anna de Guzman
Evaluation Lead
Anna de Guzman
Evaluation Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Supporting the child welfare workforce increases supports for children and families.
- Phone:303-871-2710
- Email:amy.he@du.edu
Anthony D. Mack
Leadership Team Lead
Anthony D. Mack
Leadership Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I love being able to assist child welfare systems with achieving better outcomes for children and families.
- Phone:609-337-0788
- Email:amack0714@gmail.com
Brenda Lockwood
Professional Certified Coach
Brenda Lockwood
Professional Certified Coach
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because it allows me to positively impact the child welfare workforce.
- Phone:(303) 871.3796
- Email:Brenda.Lockwood@du.edu
Carole Wilcox
LINKD Co-Lead
Carole Wilcox
LINKD Co-Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I have the privilege to be part of providing meaningful supports and resources to help agencies strengthen the workforce that serves children and families.
- Phone:303-871-4088
- Email:carole.wilcox@du.edu
Cathy Fisher
Project Team Lead & LADD Coach
Cathy Fisher
Project Team Lead & LADD Coach
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: It gives me the opportunity to guide, support, and develop child welfare leaders across the country who are committed to improving outcomes for the children and families that they serve.
- Phone:410-804-0626
- Email:cfisher.gec@gmail.com
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel
UP Coordinator and Liaison
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel
UP Coordinator and Liaison
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Working on a project for more than 10 years that is committed to continual learning and improvement and impacting the safety and well-being of the workforce and ultimately children and families has been a privilege and source of great pride.
- Phone:517-432-1659
- Email:will1534@msu.edu
Christa Doty
Professional Certified Coach
Christa Doty
Professional Certified Coach
I am passionate about innovative and cutting edge practices that assist leaders in creating a climate and culture that supports a healthy and inspired child welfare workforce, which in turn supports children and families.
- Phone:(303) 871.4131
- Email:Christa.Doty@du.edu
Connie Bear King
Project Team Lead
Connie Bear King
Project Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because I am both honored and grateful to have the opportunity to work with MHA to develop the capacity of their workforce.
- Email:cbearking4@gmail.com
DeeDee Reardon
eLearning Specialist
DeeDee Reardon
eLearning Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I am passionate about adult learning and I think the dedicated professionals in child welfare can learn and grow from the training we provide.
- Phone:207-626-5017
- Email:delora.reardon@maine.edu
Erin Enders
Communications Editor
Erin Enders
Communications Editor
I am passionate about collaborating with such a dedicated, talented group of people on a topic as important as child welfare is a privilege, and the innovative work NCWWI does to support child welfare workers and the families they serve is invaluable.
- Phone:303-871-4459
- Email:Erin.Enders@du.edu
Eunju Lee
Leadership Team
Eunju Lee
Leadership Team
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I believe in the power of change through innovating the workforce, collaborating with partners, and translating research into practice.
- Phone:518-442-5773
- Email:elee@albany.edu
Erin Gardner
Research Resource Specialist
Erin Gardner
Research Resource Specialist
I am passionate about working with an innovative and passionate team that strives to connect research to practice in a way that allows for child welfare professionals to utilize their own talents and expertise to provide the best support that they can to children and families.
- Email:esgardner@albany.edu
Gary Anderson
LADD Team Lead & Coach
Gary Anderson
LADD Team Lead & Coach
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy working with students and faculty members in the university and value agency partnerships and, as a former child protective service worker and federal stipend student, appreciate this opportunity to continue to learn and contribute to the field.
- Phone:517-803-5771
- Email:ander664@msu.edu
Gretchen Archer
Evaluation Staff
Gretchen Archer
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I love that our team includes many highly skilled professionals across the country who are passionately dedicated to understanding the complex systems involved in child welfare and that we are producing knowledge and research that will positively impact children and families everywhere for years to come
- Phone:517-432-5912
- Email:archerg1@msu.edu
Kate Lawrence
Evaluation Lead
Kate Lawrence
Evaluation Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get to use research to make positive changes.
- Phone:518-437-3692
- Email:CLawrence@albany.edu
Katharine Briar-Lawson
LADD Coach
Katharine Briar-Lawson
LADD Coach
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: it is a pivotal time in the history of child welfare for workforce issues to be treated as such compelling, game-changing agendas, critical to improved outcomes for our most vulnerable children and their families.
- Phone:518-442-5341
- Email:kbriarlawson@albany.edu
Kavitha Kailasam
Community Engagement Specialist
Kavitha Kailasam
Community Engagement Specialist
I am passionate about connecting individuals and organizations with the tools and resources they need to leverage their own talent and expertise in providing the best possible support for children, families, and their communities.
- Email:Kavitha.Kailasam@du.edu
Kim Crawford
Leadership Development Specialist
Kim Crawford
Leadership Development Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Of the understanding that we must create a culture that believes every staff level is important in a child welfare agency
- Phone:314-304-0912
- Email:crawford.kim12@yahoo.com
Jayme Willis
LINKD Specialist
Jayme Willis
LINKD Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because I want to all children to have the support they need to achieve their dreams.
- Email:jayme.willis@du.edu
Kris Sahonchik
Partner Lead
Kris Sahonchik
Partner Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because I believe in the Institute's mission to develop and support a child welfare workforce that can equitably meet the needs of the most vulnerable children and families.
- Email:kris.sahonchik@maine.edu
Kristin Clark
LINKD Specialist
Kristin Clark
LINKD Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy partnering with people in innovative ways to collaboratively support and strengthen communities, families, and children.
- Email:kristin.r.clark@du.edu
Kyana Bell
Evaluation Staff
Kyana Bell
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: every piece works toward improving practice and ensuring equitable outcomes for children and families.
- Phone:303-871-4003
- Email:kyana.bell@du.edu
Lyn Slater
UP Liaison
Lyn Slater
UP Liaison
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get a national view of the workforce issues and meet the most inspiring and committed people.
- Phone:347-907-2550
- Email:lslater@fordham.edu
Liz Smith
UP Outreach Coordinator
Liz Smith
UP Outreach Coordinator
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because I am passionate about supporting the development of the child welfare workforce to ensure equitable outcomes for all children and families.
- Email:smit3162@msu.edu
Marshall Soloway
Web and LMS Director
Marshall Soloway
Web and LMS Director
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I make a positive impact within the child welfare workforce through implementing web and eLearning solutions that support NCWWI initiatives.
- Phone:207-592-4381
- Email:marshall.soloway@maine.edu
Mary McCarthy
Co-Principal Investigator
Mary McCarthy
Co-Principal Investigator
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Having been a service provider for a child who died at the hands of her stepfather, I am passionate about supporting vulnerable families and the workers who serve them.
- Phone:518-442-5338
- Email:mmccarthy@albany.edu
Melanie Smith
Program Coordinator
Melanie Smith
Program Coordinator
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get to support the work of so many fabulous people who are experts in what they do and are committed to improving the lives of child welfare workers and the families and communities they serve.
- Phone:303-871-3796
- Email:melanie.s.smith@du.edu
Melena Mayes
Evaluation Staff
Melena Mayes
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: as a foster mom, I am invigorated with the opportunity to support child welfare programs.
- Phone:303.871.7642
- Email:Melena.Mayes@du.edu
Michelle Clinch
National Campaign Manager
Michelle Clinch
National Campaign Manager
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I believe in using educational technology and social media to provide just-in-time learning opportunities that inspire others to lead.
- Phone:303-871-4509
- Email:michelle.clinch@du.edu
Nancy Claiborne
Co-Principal Investigator
Nancy Claiborne
Co-Principal Investigator
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy the challenge of finding innovative solutions to complex problems with teams that sustain me.
- Phone:518-844-2876
- Email:nclaiborne@albany.edu
Nancy Lucero
Project Team Lead
Nancy Lucero
Project Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because a strong tribal workforce supports cultural preservation by helping Native children and families create a healthy and vibrant future for their tribes
- Phone:720-201-2000
- Email:Nancy.Lucero@du.edu
Nancy S. Dickinson
Project Team Lead
Nancy S. Dickinson
Project Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get to work with a team of skilled, hardworking, and fun staff to facilitate change in the child welfare workforce in service of children, youth, and families.
- Phone:410-746-7778
- Email:ndickinson@ssw.umaryland.edu
Rachel Imboden
Postdoctoral Fellow
Rachel Imboden
Postdoctoral Fellow
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: listening to and supporting the human service and child welfare workforce helps us better understand structural inequity and further system change.
- Email:Rachel.Imboden@du.edu
Robin Leake
Project Director
Robin Leake
Project Director
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get to work with an awesome team of people who are committed and passionate about creating a child welfare workforce that makes positive change for families
- Phone:303-332-6774
- Email:rleake@du.edu
Salvador Armendariz
Evaluation Staff
Salvador Armendariz
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I have a lot of respect for the work that child welfare staff do for families and I have the privilege to support that through workforce and leadership development.
- Phone:303-871-6390
- Email:salvador.armendariz@du.edu
Samantha Murray
Evaluation Staff
Samantha Murray
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I love being able to contribute research skills to serve children and families through supporting the child welfare workforce.
- Phone:419-956-1701
- Email:Samantha.Murray@du.edu
Sarah Roman
Multimedia Production and Lead Designer
Sarah Roman
Multimedia Production and Lead Designer
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I’m inspired by the important work being done by NCWWI partners and feel honored to play a role in making it available to a wide audience in a variety of formats.
- Phone:303-859-7792
- Email:sarah.roman@du.edu
Sharon Kollar
LINKD Co-Lead
Sharon Kollar
LINKD Co-Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: It is exciting for me to learn about the amazing, innovative things that are happening in child welfare and to work with my team to find the best ways to share their good work and build capacity in child welfare agencies across the country.
- Phone:518-442-5291
- Email:skollar@albany.edu
Shauna Rienks
Evaluation Lead, Co-PI
Shauna Rienks
Evaluation Lead, Co-PI
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy working with agencies to collect and utilize data to improve programming, decision-making, and workforce well-being.
- Phone:303-871-3886
- Email:shauna.rienks@du.edu
Stephanie Konadu-Acheampong
Evaluation Staff
Stephanie Konadu-Acheampong
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do at NCWWI because it helps to support the child welfare workforce as well as the families and children they serve.
- Phone:720-401-7410
- Email:Stephanie.Konaduacheampong@du.edu
Virginia Whitekiller
UP ICWA Specialist
Teresa Buehler
Leadership Development Specialist
Teresa Buehler
Leadership Development Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Of the opportunity for ongoing learning and active engagement with others in training design and delivery with impact across all levels within the child welfare system.
- Phone:314-394-0330
- Email:tlbuehler@hotmail.com
Tristan Turk
Project Manager
Tristan Turk
Project Manager
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy making sure the operations of NCWWI run smoothly across the entire institute.
- Phone:518-442-3744
- Email:tturk@albany.edu
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Mary McCarthy
Co-Principal Investigator
Mary McCarthy
Co-Principal Investigator
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Having been a service provider for a child who died at the hands of her stepfather, I am passionate about supporting vulnerable families and the workers who serve them.
- Phone:518-442-5338
- Email:mmccarthy@albany.edu
Nancy Claiborne
Co-Principal Investigator
Nancy Claiborne
Co-Principal Investigator
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy the challenge of finding innovative solutions to complex problems with teams that sustain me.
- Phone:518-844-2876
- Email:nclaiborne@albany.edu
Robin Leake
Project Director
Robin Leake
Project Director
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get to work with an awesome team of people who are committed and passionate about creating a child welfare workforce that makes positive change for families
- Phone:303-332-6774
- Email:rleake@du.edu
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Cathy Fisher
Project Team Lead & LADD Coach
Cathy Fisher
Project Team Lead & LADD Coach
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: It gives me the opportunity to guide, support, and develop child welfare leaders across the country who are committed to improving outcomes for the children and families that they serve.
- Phone:410-804-0626
- Email:cfisher.gec@gmail.com
Connie Bear King
Project Team Lead
Connie Bear King
Project Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because I am both honored and grateful to have the opportunity to work with MHA to develop the capacity of their workforce.
- Email:cbearking4@gmail.com
Nancy Claiborne
Co-PI & Project Team Lead
Nancy Claiborne
Co-PI & Project Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy the challenge of finding innovative solutions to complex problems with teams that sustain me.
- Phone:518-844-2876
- Email:nclaiborne@albany.edu
Nancy Lucero
Project Team Lead
Nancy Lucero
Project Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because a strong tribal workforce supports cultural preservation by helping Native children and families create a healthy and vibrant future for their tribes
- Phone:720-201-2000
- Email:Nancy.Lucero@du.edu
Nancy S. Dickinson
Project Team Lead
Nancy S. Dickinson
Project Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get to work with a team of skilled, hardworking, and fun staff to facilitate change in the child welfare workforce in service of children, youth, and families.
- Phone:410-746-7778
- Email:ndickinson@ssw.umaryland.edu
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Alexandria Wall
Evaluation Staff
Alexandria Wall
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I have the opportunity to work with an incredible team on projects that will support child welfare staff in providing positive outcomes for the children and families they serve.
- Phone:303-871-5179
- Email:alexandria.wall@du.edu
Amy Grenier
Evaluation Staff
Amy Grenier
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Of my love for working with data, working with people, and using my skills to support the important work that jurisdictions do every day to serve children and families.
- Phone:303-871-3804
- Email:amy.grenier@du.edu
Amy He
Evaluation Lead, PI
Amy He
Evaluation Lead, PI
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Supporting the child welfare workforce increases supports for children and families.
- Phone:303-871-2710
- Email:amy.he@du.edu
Anna de Guzman
Evaluation Lead
Anna de Guzman
Evaluation Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Supporting the child welfare workforce increases supports for children and families.
- Phone:303-871-2710
- Email:amy.he@du.edu
Kate Lawrence
Evaluation Lead
Kate Lawrence
Evaluation Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get to use research to make positive changes.
- Phone:518-437-3692
- Email:CLawrence@albany.edu
Kyana Bell
Evaluation Staff
Kyana Bell
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: every piece works toward improving practice and ensuring equitable outcomes for children and families.
- Phone:303-871-4003
- Email:kyana.bell@du.edu
Melena Mayes
Evaluation Staff
Melena Mayes
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: as a foster mom, I am invigorated with the opportunity to support child welfare programs.
- Phone:303.871.7642
- Email:Melena.Mayes@du.edu
Salvador Armendariz
Evaluation Staff
Salvador Armendariz
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I have a lot of respect for the work that child welfare staff do for families and I have the privilege to support that through workforce and leadership development.
- Phone:303-871-6390
- Email:salvador.armendariz@du.edu
Samantha Murray
Evaluation Staff
Samantha Murray
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I love being able to contribute research skills to serve children and families through supporting the child welfare workforce.
- Phone:419-956-1701
- Email:Samantha.Murray@du.edu
Shauna Rienks
Evaluation Lead, Co-PI
Shauna Rienks
Evaluation Lead, Co-PI
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy working with agencies to collect and utilize data to improve programming, decision-making, and workforce well-being.
- Phone:303-871-3886
- Email:shauna.rienks@du.edu
Stephanie Konadu-Acheampong
Evaluation Staff
Stephanie Konadu-Acheampong
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do at NCWWI because it helps to support the child welfare workforce as well as the families and children they serve.
- Phone:720-401-7410
- Email:Stephanie.Konaduacheampong@du.edu
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Anthony D. Mack
Leadership Team Lead
Anthony D. Mack
Leadership Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I love being able to assist child welfare systems with achieving better outcomes for children and families.
- Phone:609-337-0788
- Email:amack0714@gmail.com
Cathy Fisher
Project Team Lead & LADD Coach
Cathy Fisher
Project Team Lead & LADD Coach
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: It gives me the opportunity to guide, support, and develop child welfare leaders across the country who are committed to improving outcomes for the children and families that they serve.
- Phone:410-804-0626
- Email:cfisher.gec@gmail.com
Gary Anderson
LADD Team Lead & Coach
Gary Anderson
LADD Team Lead & Coach
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy working with students and faculty members in the university and value agency partnerships and, as a former child protective service worker and federal stipend student, appreciate this opportunity to continue to learn and contribute to the field.
- Phone:517-803-5771
- Email:ander664@msu.edu
Katharine Briar-Lawson
LADD Coach
Katharine Briar-Lawson
LADD Coach
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: it is a pivotal time in the history of child welfare for workforce issues to be treated as such compelling, game-changing agendas, critical to improved outcomes for our most vulnerable children and their families.
- Phone:518-442-5341
- Email:kbriarlawson@albany.edu
Kim Crawford
Leadership Development Specialist
Kim Crawford
Leadership Development Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Of the understanding that we must create a culture that believes every staff level is important in a child welfare agency
- Phone:314-304-0912
- Email:crawford.kim12@yahoo.com
Teresa Buehler
Leadership Development Specialist
Teresa Buehler
Leadership Development Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Of the opportunity for ongoing learning and active engagement with others in training design and delivery with impact across all levels within the child welfare system.
- Phone:314-394-0330
- Email:tlbuehler@hotmail.com
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Alexis Howard
UP Liaison
Alexis Howard
UP Liaison
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy supporting workforce members as they expand their knowledge and integrate the skills, competencies, and values into child welfare practice.
- Phone:914-319-6238
- Email:alexishowardL@aol.com
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel
UP Coordinator and Liaison
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel
UP Coordinator and Liaison
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: Working on a project for more than 10 years that is committed to continual learning and improvement and impacting the safety and well-being of the workforce and ultimately children and families has been a privilege and source of great pride.
- Phone:517-432-1659
- Email:will1534@msu.edu
Gary Anderson
UP and LADD Team Lead
Gary Anderson
UP and LADD Team Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy working with students and faculty members in the university and value agency partnerships and, as a former child protective service worker and federal stipend student, appreciate this opportunity to continue to learn and contribute to the field.
- Phone:517-803-5771
- Email:ander664@msu.edu
Gretchen Archer
Evaluation Staff
Gretchen Archer
Evaluation Staff
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I love that our team includes many highly skilled professionals across the country who are passionately dedicated to understanding the complex systems involved in child welfare and that we are producing knowledge and research that will positively impact children and families everywhere for years to come
- Phone:517-432-5912
- Email:archerg1@msu.edu
Liz Smith
UP Outreach Coordinator
Liz Smith
UP Outreach Coordinator
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because I am passionate about supporting the development of the child welfare workforce to ensure equitable outcomes for all children and families.
- Email:smit3162@msu.edu
Lyn Slater
UP Liaison
Lyn Slater
UP Liaison
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get a national view of the workforce issues and meet the most inspiring and committed people.
- Phone:347-907-2550
- Email:lslater@fordham.edu
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Melanie Smith
Program Coordinator
Melanie Smith
Program Coordinator
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get to support the work of so many fabulous people who are experts in what they do and are committed to improving the lives of child welfare workers and the families and communities they serve.
- Phone:303-871-3796
- Email:melanie.s.smith@du.edu
Tristan Turk
Project Manager
Tristan Turk
Project Manager
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy making sure the operations of NCWWI run smoothly across the entire institute.
- Phone:518-442-3744
- Email:tturk@albany.edu
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Amita Manandhar
LINKD Specialist
Amita Manandhar
LINKD Specialist
I am passionate about helping to make an impact in an important topic as child welfare. I feel honored to be working with such talented group of people and to be a part of the groundbreaking work that NCWWI does to support social workers, children and families.
- Phone:303-871-5699
- Email:amita.manandhar@du.edu
Brenda Lockwood
Professional Certified Coach
Brenda Lockwood
Professional Certified Coach
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because it allows me to positively impact the child welfare workforce.
- Phone:(303) 871.3796
- Email:Brenda.Lockwood@du.edu
Carole Wilcox
LINKD Co-Lead
Carole Wilcox
LINKD Co-Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I have the privilege to be part of providing meaningful supports and resources to help agencies strengthen the workforce that serves children and families.
- Phone:303-871-4088
- Email:carole.wilcox@du.edu
Christa Doty
Professional Certified Coach
Christa Doty
Professional Certified Coach
I am passionate about innovative and cutting edge practices that assist leaders in creating a climate and culture that supports a healthy and inspired child welfare workforce, which in turn supports children and families.
- Phone:(303) 871.4131
- Email:Christa.Doty@du.edu
Erin Enders
Communications Editor
Erin Enders
Communications Editor
I am passionate about collaborating with such a dedicated, talented group of people on a topic as important as child welfare is a privilege, and the innovative work NCWWI does to support child welfare workers and the families they serve is invaluable.
- Phone:303-871-4459
- Email:Erin.Enders@du.edu
DeeDee Reardon
eLearning Specialist
DeeDee Reardon
eLearning Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I am passionate about adult learning and I think the dedicated professionals in child welfare can learn and grow from the training we provide.
- Phone:207-626-5017
- Email:delora.reardon@maine.edu
Erin Gardner
Research Resource Specialist
Erin Gardner
Research Resource Specialist
I am passionate about working with an innovative and passionate team that strives to connect research to practice in a way that allows for child welfare professionals to utilize their own talents and expertise to provide the best support that they can to children and families.
- Email:esgardner@albany.edu
Kavitha Kailasam
Community Engagement Specialist
Kavitha Kailasam
Community Engagement Specialist
I am passionate about connecting individuals and organizations with the tools and resources they need to leverage their own talent and expertise in providing the best possible support for children, families, and their communities.
- Email:Kavitha.Kailasam@du.edu
Kristin Clark
LINKD Specialist
Kristin Clark
LINKD Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I enjoy partnering with people in innovative ways to collaboratively support and strengthen communities, families, and children.
- Email:kristin.r.clark@du.edu
Jayme Willis
LINKD Specialist
Jayme Willis
LINKD Specialist
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because I want to all children to have the support they need to achieve their dreams.
- Email:jayme.willis@du.edu
Marshall Soloway
Web and LMS Director
Marshall Soloway
Web and LMS Director
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I make a positive impact within the child welfare workforce through implementing web and eLearning solutions that support NCWWI initiatives.
- Phone:207-592-4381
- Email:marshall.soloway@maine.edu
Melanie Smith
Program Coordinator
Melanie Smith
Program Coordinator
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I get to support the work of so many fabulous people who are experts in what they do and are committed to improving the lives of child welfare workers and the families and communities they serve.
- Phone:303-871-3796
- Email:melanie.s.smith@du.edu
Michelle Clinch
National Campaign Manager
Michelle Clinch
National Campaign Manager
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I believe in using educational technology and social media to provide just-in-time learning opportunities that inspire others to lead.
- Phone:303-871-4509
- Email:michelle.clinch@du.edu
Sarah Roman
Multimedia Production and Lead Designer
Sarah Roman
Multimedia Production and Lead Designer
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: I’m inspired by the important work being done by NCWWI partners and feel honored to play a role in making it available to a wide audience in a variety of formats.
- Phone:303-859-7792
- Email:sarah.roman@du.edu
Sharon Kollar
LINKD Co-Lead
Sharon Kollar
LINKD Co-Lead
I am passionate about the work I do on NCWWI because: It is exciting for me to learn about the amazing, innovative things that are happening in child welfare and to work with my team to find the best ways to share their good work and build capacity in child welfare agencies across the country.
- Phone:518-442-5291
- Email:skollar@albany.edu