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LaToya D. Toussaint, MPA is a senior public-sector and nonprofit executive with more than 20 years of experience strengthening health and human services systems, improving organizational

Julie Barker, MSW, LCSW, brings more than 25 years of combined military and social work experience to the field of moral injury. An Iraq combat veteran

Kevin Turner began his academic journey in 1978, graduating from the University of North Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts in Religion and Psychology. His educational

Brittany Naylor has dedicated nearly 20 years to improving outcomes for children, families, and communities across North Carolina through direct service and progressive leadership in child welfare.

Sarah Vidrine has spent more than 25 years partnering with federal, state, and local government agencies to strengthen systems, build organizational capacity, and drive sustainable,

Drew Shelfer has dedicated more than 25 years to improving outcomes for children, youth, and families across North Carolina through leadership and direct service in

Lori McLauchlin is a veteran child welfare leader with nearly 25 years of experience in child protective services, program administration, and social work leadership. Based

Trey Sarter is a Mental Health Professional and consultant specializing in expanding access to care, strengthening community partnerships, and helping organizations build effective, people-centered mental

Carey Gibson is a social work professional with nearly 30 years of experience dedicated to strengthening individuals, families, communities, and human service organizations. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Warren

Dr. LaRen Morton is a skilled social science researcher with over six years of experience connecting research, policy, and practice to improve outcomes for children