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

Work With Us

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.

Open Positions

Communications

Communications Intern (Fall 2025)Washington, DC

Meet Our Team

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

Elissa Johnson

VP, Criminal Justice Campaigns

Rena Karefa-Johnson

VP, National Initiatives

Mary Erickson

Operations and Grants Manager

Juan Pachon

VP, Communications

Zaira Garcia

Regional Government Relations Director

Alison Silveira

Policy and Research Manager, Criminal Justice Reform

Ama Akoto

Senior Program Associate

Leslie Arely Martinez

Informed Immigrant Director

Alesha Judkins

State Director Mississippi

Maria Praeli

Deputy Director Government Relations & Coalitions

Tiffany Lawrence

VP, Chief Human Resources Officer

Maria Vanegas

Senior Information Systems Associate