Have a passion for reform? Come join the team at FWD.us.

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Have a passion for reform?
Come join the team!

FWD.us is a bipartisan political organization that believes America’s families, communities, and economy thrive when everyone has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Ready to achieve your full potential? We’re looking for talented individuals to fill important roles in our organization.

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated staff is committed to reforming our immigration and criminal justice systems.

Alesha Judkins

State Director Mississippi

Maria Praeli

Deputy Director Government Relations & Coalitions

Shaunice Henderson

Director of Staff and Leadership Development

Maria Vanegas

Senior Information Systems Associate

Peter Mayer

Senior Associate, Criminal Justice Reform

Chantel Scott

Office and Facilities Administrator

Liza Cobey

Executive Assistant, Criminal Justice Reform

Precious Edmonds

Director of Project Management, Criminal Justice Reform

Felicity Rose

VP, Criminal Justice Research & Policy

Alison Silveira

Policy and Research Manager, Criminal Justice Reform

Leslie Arely Martinez

Informed Immigrant Director

Rena Karefa-Johnson

VP, National Initiatives