The Center for Improving Youth Justice (CIYJ) owes much of its success to the dedicated leaders who guide our mission and vision. The commitment, insight and collaboration of our Board of Directors ensure we remain steadfast in improving outcomes for young people across the country. Today, we honor our outgoing members, welcome our newest leaders, and celebrate the newly elected executive team.
Thank You to Simon Gonsoulin
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Simon Gonsoulin for his invaluable service as the President of the CIYJ Board of Directors. Simon’s leadership, wisdom and dedication have left an indelible mark on our organization. His contributions have guided us through pivotal moments and laid a strong foundation for continued success. Thank you, Simon, for your unwavering commitment and impact! We are grateful to have you continuing on as a board member.
Honoring Outgoing Board Members
We also recognize and thank Barry Stoodley, Megan Milner and Angela Williams for their time, service,
Introducing the New Executive Team & Board Members
We are thrilled to announce our newly elected executive team, whose leadership will guide us into an exciting future:
– Ernestine Gray, President
– Shannon Weston, Vice President
– Melissa Sickmund, Treasurer
– Joseph Dominick, Clerk
Congratulations to each of you! We are confident that your collective expertise and passion will drive CIYJ forward as we continue to make a difference in the lives of young people and their families.
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our newest board members, who bring a wealth of experience, fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to the CIYJ community:
– Michael Both, Director of Internal Investigation Unit, Pennsylvania Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services
– Melissa Glorioso, Social Services Program Coordinator, Alaska Juvenile Justice
– Gretchen Lapp, Bureau Chief of Professional Standards, Ohio Department of Youth Services
– Sharon Pette, Owner, Effective Systems Innovations
We are excited to work alongside these individuals and are eager to see how their expertise will shape our work and expand our impact. With this exceptional team of leaders, CIYJ is poised for another year of growth, innovation and impact. We remain deeply committed to our mission of supporting justice-involved young people and the dedicated professionals who serve them. Together, we will continue to amplify the voices and potential of those we serve.