Community Engagement

The intersection between scholarship and community.

Bridging the gap between research, practice, and public discourse.

Serving as an expert witness in gang related criminal cases. Inform the court on variable topics including how stereotypes are used to validate individuals as gang members, and how leaving street gangs reduces criminal activity and recidivism.

Public speaking engagements. Keynote addresses incorporating my personal experiences with gangs to dispel myths, discuss the realities of gang life, and foster a deeper understanding of these complex issues.

Keynote address. 2024. (November)