LaShonda Godwin MSW, LCSW-C Directorlgodwin@ssw.umaryland.edu Is the glass half-empty, or is it half-full? That’s me, LaShonda, and I naturally like to see the brighter side of things. Having an optimistic and hopeful approach towards life continues to light my passion as a social worker. I love music, especially 90’s R&B and Hip Hop. Connecting with…
Erika Ford MSW, LCSW-C Deputy Director Erika is a faculty field instructor and Deputy Director at Family Connections Baltimore. Her inspiration comes from her family as she seeks to honor the legacy of those who came before while guiding her “littles” as they discover who they are. Erika loves food and believes in the power…
Lezley Lewis M.Ed. Assistant Director, Early Childhood Specialistlezley.lewis@ssw.umaryland.edu
Tyrone Roper MSW Directortyrone.roper@ssw.umaryland.edu Tyrone Roper is the Director of the Rise Family Support Center for the Center of Restorative Change. A passionate leader that will stand in the gap for individuals and families seeking support. As a critical thinker he is inspired by mastering complex system issues. He takes great pride in his family…
Oprah Keyes LCSW-C Director of Strategic Partnershipsokeyes@ssw.umaryland.edu Oprah Keyes is the Director of Strategic Partnerships for the Center. Born and raised in Europe by African-American and Caribbean parents, Oprah developed a passion for supporting youth, families and communities of color at a young age. In her free time, she enjoys travelling across the world to…
Shantay McKinily Director Shantay McKinily is the Director of the Positive Schools Center (PSC) at the University of Maryland School of Social Work. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English from Morgan State University in 1998, a Master of Science in Adult Education from Coppin State University in 2007 and is currently pursuing…
James E. Jang PhD Director of Data & Evaluation & Associate Research Professorjames.jang@ssw.umaryland.edu Jimmy is a data nerd. He likes to help mission driven organizations articulate their impact through data storytelling. In his spare time, he loves to spend time with his family. His heroes are his parents, and they are the reason why he’s…