Lisa is a third generation Detroiter. She has worked at the intersection of improving conditions for children, families, and communities for over 25 years. She believes in imagining and implementing practices that challenge traditional models that have largely left black, brown, and poor residents languishing on the margins of society. 

Relationship building and disrupting oppressive practices lies at the heart of the tools she employs to bring about change.

Lisa enjoys traveling, listening to house music, and loves the city of Detroit.

Jada’s role is Community Support Specialist at Community Connections.  She spends her time working on grant projects, managing the office, and providing help to the community in any way she can. She enjoys working in community engagement, her passion is organizing & advocacy. She cannot wait for you to reach out and share your ideas! Jada graduated from the College of Wooster. Jada enjoys reading, working out, cooking, and hanging out with her pets.

 Kathy assists the program with record keeping and administrative functions. She loves the city of Detroit and the people who live here. During her career, she has worked on issues related to homelessness, mental health, and advocacy. She is a Wayne State Graduate and is always passionate about putting the reins of change into the hands of the people.