Kirstin previously served as the SURJ @ DCJ Advocacy Coordinator for two and a half years. Kirstin’s responsibilities at DCJ include advocating on justice-based legislation, developing public education and advocacy curriculum, and developing programs and policies to reduce incarceration rates, while also promoting public safety. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Georgetown University and also holds a Master of Science degree in Social Policy from the University of Pennsylvania.

Fun fact about Kirstin: Kirstin’s favorite pastime is hanging out with her cat while binge watching TV shows on Netflix.

Jessica has been employed with DCJ since 2011.

Prior to DCJ, Cassandra was employed as a guidance counselor with over six years of experience. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management, with a minor in Finance, from Wilmington University, where she also earned her Master of Education degree. Cassandra says she enjoys working with students and families to help remove barriers that impede growth through academic, career, and personal and social development.

Fun fact about Cassandra: Cassandra enjoys travel and spending time with family.

Suzanne is a social worker, who has provided direct services for several years. She works with older youth and adults who are impacted by the justice system and in transition. Suzanne enjoys assisting participants with identifying and building on their strengths and resources, learning new skills, and working towards making positive changes.

Nikki graduated from the University of Delaware with a major in Women Studies/Sociology and a concentration in Domestic Violence Prevention Services. She was an intern at The Wilmington Police Department Victim Services Unit for a year. She then moved on to work in a battered women’s shelter through Child INC. for three years. Nikki is very passionate about working with marginalized populations of people.

Fun Fact about Nikki: Nikki was born as a congenial amputee. She has a blog dedicated to writing about her unique trait! She loves to write gets inspiration to blog from other individuals who aren’t afraid to embrace their differences.

Years after starting a family and volunteering, Cindy returned to Widener University where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Government & Politics in 1990, which included a semester in foreign policy at The American University. When she is not on the clock at DCJ, Cindy’s commitment to her community is driven by her determination to make a difference in and around the issues of social justice and peace–work that sustains her spiritual growth.

Fun fact about Cindy: When her passport was stolen during a trip to Calcutta, Cindy navigated over and through the corrupt landscape without offering a single bribe to get it replaced—a memory that still serves her during challenging times.

Kailyn studied Sociology at the University of Delaware (UD) where she became a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. While at UD, Kailyn spent a semester as a Youth Street Outreach Worker in Wilmington’s Eastside Community. Inspired by community members, Kailyn continued to fulfill one of her many purposes in life: to alleviate inequality through policy, education, and compassion. Kailyn enjoys reading, yoga, and all things rooted in peace.

Gloria Smith is a 2013 graduate of Wilmington University. In 2016 Gloria began working as a victim advocate with Child Inc.’s Domestic Violence Advocacy Program, providing support services and outreach for the Spanish speaking community. She used her bilingual skills to assist her clients with the Protection from Abuse Order process, providing them with court accompaniment, support, and community resources. Additionally, she attended community outreach events to raise awareness and promote services available to victims of domestic violence. She collaborated regularly and built a strong network with community partners and service providers.