VICE PRESIDENT OF YOUTH LEADERSHIP (She/Her/Hers)

April has over 15 years of experience in the field of education ranging from educational advocacy for foster youth and families, teaching special education in public schools, assisting schools in their implementation of restorative justice practices, and supporting the development of youth leaders.

April organized with and was a member of the New York Collective of Radical Educators (NYCoRE) as well as a member of NYCoRE’s affinity group, Educators of Color (EoC). She has worked with elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and university partners throughout southern California to support students, families, and staff in learning about, developing, and implementing restorative justice practices in the school setting. April’s varied experiences in education have strengthened her passion for social justice and working with youth to cultivate their power. April graduated from New York University with a B.S. in Childhood Education/Childhood Special Education with a minor in Art History. She has a M.A. in Education with emphasis on Social and Cultural Analysis from California State University, Long Beach.