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.

Dawit Getachew

State Campaign Director, Criminal Justice Reform

Mary Erickson

Operations and Grants Manager

Maria Praeli

Deputy Director Government Relations & Coalitions

Alesha Judkins

State Director Mississippi

Mark Delich

VP, Government Relations

Elissa Johnson

VP, Criminal Justice Campaigns

Felicity Rose

VP, Criminal Justice Research & Policy

Rena Karefa-Johnson

VP, National Initiatives

Liza Cobey

Executive Assistant, Criminal Justice Reform

Jamil Hamilton

Senior Associate for Outreach and Engagement

Alison Silveira

Policy and Research Manager, Criminal Justice Reform

Todd Schulte

President