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.

Maria Vanegas

Senior Information Systems Associate

Josie Halpern-Finnerty

Chief of Staff, Criminal Justice Reform

Phillip Connor

Senior Demographer and Immigration Fellows Director

Alison Silveira

Policy and Research Manager, Criminal Justice Reform

Maria Praeli

Deputy Director Government Relations & Coalitions

Kenzi Laceste

Senior Product Manager

Tiffany Lawrence

VP, Chief Human Resources Officer

Shaunice Henderson

Director of Staff and Leadership Development

Zaira Garcia

Regional Government Relations Director

Felicity Rose

VP, Criminal Justice Research & Policy

Precious Edmonds

Director of Project Management, Criminal Justice Reform

Peter Mayer

Senior Associate, Criminal Justice Reform