Community Advocacy

Jasmine Wong is an intern pursuing an MSW/LADC at the University of Saint Thomas. She has a strong background in criminal justice, holding three Bachelor of Arts degrees in criminal justice, psychology, and public health science from Hamline University. She has hands-on experience in probation, case management, and evidence-based practices, including crisis intervention, de-escalation, motivational [...]

Abbie Lane, MSW, LICSW has been working in non-profit settings for 15 years. Currently, Abbie serves as the Community Services Director at NYFS, overseeing our Youth Pathways, Community Advocacy, and Restoring Power Programs. Abbie served in various interim roles at NYFS, supporting general operations and clinical operations, and is excited to land in a permanent [...]

Samantha is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) who received her master’s degree in forensic social work from Aurora University and a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from the University of St. Thomas. Samantha’s expertise involves working with victim-survivors of severe harms, including (but not limited to) homicide, sexual assault, stalking, domestic violence, and general crime. [...]

Amanda earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Minnesota, Morris and her master’s in forensic psychology from the University of North Dakota. With years of experience in special education, intensive outpatient programming, crisis response, and advocacy she is motivated to work with youth and young adult survivors of trauma and abuse. As [...]

Lexa received her bachelor’s degree in Sociology from St. Cloud State University. Previously, she worked at Family Pathways providing advocacy to victim-survivors in rural Minnesota. As a Restoring Power Advocate, Lexa works with adult victim-survivors who have experienced abusive behaviors from others. She offers services including legal advocacy, safety planning, and emotional support. Lexa uses [...]