Our Team

Ms. Johnson is a native of San Francisco, with 34 years of experience working in the San Francisco Juvenile Probation Department. She teaches as an Adjunct Professor in the Criminal Justice Department at City College. Ms. Johnson has a BA in History and African-American studies from San Jose State University.

Mr. Bracker has extensive experience as the executive director of several community based agencies including Mission Neighborhood Health Center, US Dept. of Interior Conservation Corp, The SF Bay Area Hearing Society and Arriba Juntos. He is retired from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) where he was the Community Health Programs Manager.

Lana M. Kreidie is a youth and criminal justice defender, trainer, and leader who serves as the Assistant Director of the Independent Defense Counsel Office in Santa Clara County. Lana has spent her defender career representing system-involved youth and adults, as well as working in indigent defense management. Over the years, Lana has trained defenders locally, statewide and nationally on a variety of topics, has participated in a variety of legal reform efforts, and is active with the Pacific Juvenile Defender Center, San Mateo CASA, and CPDA.

Ms. Fountila is a native of San Francisco, and has over 18 years of experience in employment services. She is recently retired from the San Francisco City and County Human Resources Department. Ms. Fountila was an All-American basketball player at Clark College in Atlanta, GA. She has a B.S. in Business Management.

Ms. Lee has been a Deputy Public Defender in San Francisco since 1978. She is the managing attorney for the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office, and former managing attorney for the Juvenile Division of the public defender’s office, where she pioneered holistic defense. Ms. Lee also serves as the Co-Director of the Pacific Juvenile Defender Center, and the co-chair of the juvenile justice committee of the Asian Youth Advocacy Network. She is one of the nation’s most recognized experts on juvenile defense. 

Mr. Yeh is CEO and co-founder of Siteler, Inc. and a 5‑time serial entrepreneur and investor. He has served in various executive capacities for many early stage companies in both the US and Asia. Mr. Yeh is also the General Partner of Asanga Capital, a EB‑5 Immigration Venture/​Private Equity Fund.

Elizabeth Brown, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice Studies at San Francisco State University and Department Chair. She holds a doctorate in Geography with a certificate in Law and Society Studies and a Master’s degree in Cultural Studies. Her research examines the intersections between urban neighborhoods and crime control policies and explores how depictions of crime and disorder influence juvenile justice policy, the experiences of urban youth, and the history and persistence of poverty and white supremacy in the US. She has published articles on a diverse range of topics from trying youth as adults and public policy approaches to the gang and school violence to urban redevelopment and contemporary urban policing strategies.

Brian’s first legal job was working with incarcerated persons in Idaho through the ACLU. He has since provided representation in capital cases in Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, Nevada, and California. He has visited more than 20 of California’s 34 adult prisons while providing independent defense services through panels operated in San Francisco, Alameda, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Monterey, Sacramento, and the First District Court of Appeal, Second District court of Appeal, Sixth District Court of Appeal, Ninth Circuit, and the USDC for the Eastern District. He recently won his first case resulting in published opinion by the California Supreme Court in December 2023. Approximately 10 – 15% of his professional services are spent on pro bono matters, and 100% of his cases involve indigent persons. He provides representation in juvenile delinquency cases in serious matters involving transfer hearings, Heard petitions, and RJA habeas corpus petitions.

Daniel Macallair, Executive Director, Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ) Lecturer, San Francisco State University

(415) 621‑5661 x. 107 dmacallair@​cjcj.​org

Daniel Macallair is a nationally recognized leader in criminal and juvenile justice reform, with more than four decades of experience shaping policy and practice in youth and adult corrections. As the Executive Director and co-founder of the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ) in San Francisco, Macallair has devoted his career to advancing humane, effective alternatives to incarceration. Under his leadership, CJCJ has become a respected national voice for reducing incarceration, promoting sentencing reform, and expanding community-based services.

Macallair’s work has focused on reducing institutional reliance, expanding local alternatives, and promoting accountability and rehabilitation within justice systems. His reform efforts have influenced policies throughout California and across the United States, continuing the legacy of his mentor, Dr. Jerome G. Miller, founder of CJCJ and architect of the historic closure of the Massachusetts training schools in the 1970s.

In addition to his leadership at CJCJ, Macallair serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Criminal Justice Studies at San Francisco State University, where he teaches courses in criminal justice policy, juvenile justice reform, and correctional administration. His teaching bridges research, practice, and advocacy, inspiring the next generation of justice reformers.

Macallair is the author of After the Doors Were Locked: A History of Youth Corrections in California and the Origins of 21^st Century Reform (Rowman & Littlefield, 2015), a groundbreaking historical analysis of California’s correctional system and its path toward reform. He is also a frequent commentator in media and a sought-after expert on topics of juvenile justice, correctional policy, and sentencing reform.

To learn more, download his CV.

Dinky Manty Enty — Deputy Director
dinky@​cjcj.​org

Dinky Manek Enty is CJCJ’s Deputy Director. She oversees all aspects of the agency’s programs and the organization’s operations and finances. She also supervises the agency’s juvenile justice services and works diligently towards juvenile justice reform. As a member of the Mayor’s Blue Ribbon Panel and an active participant of the Board of Supervisors’ Close Juvenile Hall Workgroup, she has taken a lead role in advocating for healing trauma-informed change in our community. As a co-chair of the Juvenile Justice Providers Association (JJPA) in San Francisco, she works with community providers and city personnel to fight to improve the experiences of youth and families impacted by the justice system. In 2011, Dinky co-authored Renewing Juvenile Justice, which formed the foundation for the statewide Positive Youth Justice Initiative, offering model designs for juvenile justice reform, wraparound services, and community-based services.

Dinky is a founding member of the Women’s Housing Coalition (WHC) in San Francisco, and supports the group’s mission for women to have safe housing opportunities as a basic human right, where they are respected and valued. Dinky is also a member of the San Francisco State MPA Advisory Board. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration and Bachelor’s degrees in Criminal Justice and Child and Adolescent Development.

Brian Goldstein, Director of Policy and Development

(415) 621‑5661 x. 102 brian@​cjcj.​org

Brian Goldstein is CJCJ’s Director of Policy and Development. Under his supervision, CJCJ’s policy and communications department advocates for policies that reduce society’s reliance on incarceration. Brian holds a Masters of Arts in Political Science from San Francisco State University.

Brian has testified in the California State Legislature and written extensively about local and state justice policy trends. He has previously co-authored California’s 58 Crime Rates and Fouts Springs: A Model Approach to Serving High-Risk Youth, among other publications.

Gerald Miller, Director of Community-Based Services

(415) 621‑5661 x. 108 gerald@​cjcj.​org

Gerald Miller serves as the Director of Community-Based Services at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), where he oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative programs that support justice-involved individuals as they successfully reintegrate into their communities.

Before joining CJCJ, Gerald spent 15 years with the internationally renowned Delancey Street Foundation, where he directed the Institute for Social Renewal. In that role, he designed and managed pioneering community-based initiatives focused on rehabilitation, social entrepreneurship, and personal transformation for individuals with complex social and behavioral challenges.

Gerald has played a leading role in implementing model reentry programs for individuals with special needs, including NoVA, an intensive case management initiative supporting violent offenders returning to the community from county jail. His approach integrates evidence-based practices with a deep commitment to restorative justice and long-term community wellness.

In addition to his programmatic leadership, Gerald has presented internationally on community corrections and best practices in reentry and rehabilitation. He has also contributed his expertise to numerous community and civic advisory boards, including serving two terms on the San Francisco Reentry Council, where he helped shape local policies and partnerships to improve outcomes for formerly incarcerated individuals.

Sean Cochrun — Director of Behavioral Health
sean@​cjcj.​org

Sean Cochrun serves as the Director of Behavioral Health at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), where he oversees clinical programming, staff development, and the delivery of comprehensive mental health services to justice-involved youth and families. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience in community-based behavioral health, Sean is dedicated to ensuring that vulnerable individuals receive equitable, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care.

Since joining CJCJ in 2019, Sean has led the organization’s behavioral health initiatives with a focus on expanding access to therapeutic interventions that address the intersection of mental health, trauma, and involvement in the justice system. His leadership emphasizes client-centered, evidence-based practices that promote healing, resilience, and long-term stability for youth and their families.

Sean has been an integral part of San Francisco’s community mental health system since 2009, working in both direct service and administrative roles across nonprofit sectors. His work has primarily focused on supporting youth and families impacted by the juvenile justice system, helping to design and implement programs that bridge behavioral health services with restorative and rehabilitative approaches.

He holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Francisco State University. Committed to collaboration and systems-level change, Sean continues to advocate for integrated behavioral health strategies that reduce disparities and strengthen community well-being.

Charity Harris — Director of Cameo House and Women’s Services
harris@​cjcj.​org

Charity Harris is the Director of Cameo House and Women’s Services at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), where she leads residential and support programs that empower women and families affected by the justice system. With over 13 years of experience in social services, residential care, and women’s empowerment, Charity brings deep compassion, hands-on expertise, and a strong commitment to creating pathways toward stability and self-sufficiency.

Charity’s career in human services began in 2011 as an Administrative Assistant in the Human Resources department at Jelani House Residential Treatment Program. After transitioning into Jelani House’s childcare department, she discovered her enduring passion for supporting mothers and children in recovery. Before joining Jelani House, Charity owned and operated a childcare center for more than a decade, an experience that strengthened her understanding of the vital role nurturing environments play in family healing and growth.

In 2016, following the downsizing of Jelani House, Charity joined Cameo House as Residential Support Staff. Through dedication, empathy, and leadership, she advanced to Senior Residential Counselor, Program Manager, and ultimately to her current role as Director of Cameo House and Women’s Services. Today, she oversees all aspects of programming, staff development, and service delivery for women transitioning out of incarceration, ensuring they receive trauma-informed care, stable housing, and opportunities for long-term success.

Charity is a graduate of the City College of San Francisco’s Addiction and Recovery Program and is currently pursuing a degree in Psychology. Her lived experience and professional journey continue to inspire her advocacy for women and families striving to rebuild their lives with dignity, resilience, and hope.

Booker Gray — Director of Juvenile Justice Services
bgray@​cjcj.​org

Booker Gray serves as the Director of Juvenile Justice Services at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), where he oversees programs that provide critical support, guidance, and rehabilitation opportunities for youth and young adults involved in the justice system. With a strong commitment to personal growth and community empowerment, Booker leads a team dedicated to helping young people build stability, develop new skills, and find positive direction in their lives.

A graduate of San Francisco State University with a degree in Psychology, Booker brings both academic insight and practical experience to his work. His approach is grounded in empathy, mentorship, and the belief that every young person has the capacity for transformation when given the right tools and support.

Throughout his career, Booker has worked to bridge the gap between systems and communities, ensuring that youth receive individualized care that recognizes their potential rather than their past. His leadership at CJCJ reflects his dedication to fostering resilience, accountability, and opportunity for those navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges.

Guided by the words of Maya Angelou, Booker lives by the principle:

​“You can only become accomplished at something you love. Don’t make money your goal. Instead, pursue the things you love doing and then do them well so that people can’t take their eyes off you.”

This philosophy continues to shape his work and his unwavering commitment to helping young people discover their own path toward success and self-fulfillment.

Mike A. Males, Ph.D. — Senior Research Fellow

mmales@​earthlink.​netwww​.Youth​Facts​.org

Mike A. Males, Ph.D is a Senior Research Fellow at CJCJ. He has contributed research and co-authored numerous CJCJ publications, including on issues of drug policy, Three Strikes law, criminal justice realignment, and juvenile justice reform.

Dr. Males has a Ph.D. in Social Ecology from U.C. Irvine and over 12 years of experience working in youth programs. He is also content director of Youth Facts.

Randall G. Shelden, Ph,D. — Senior Research Fellow

rshelden@​cjcj.​org www​.shelden​says​.com

Randall G. Shelden, Ph.D is an emeritus Senior Research Fellow at CJCJ. He has contributed research and co-authored numerous CJCJ publications, including program evaluations and the influence of the criminal justice lobby in America. He has also authored or co-authored over 20 books including: Crime and Criminal Justice in American Society (second edition, co-authored with William B. Brown, Randal Fritzler and Karen Miller); Girls, Delinquency and Juvenile Justice (4^th edition), with Meda Chesney-Lind (which received the Hindelang Award for outstanding contribution to Criminology in 1992); Youth Gangs in American Society 4^th edition.), with Sharon Tracy and William B. Brown; Controlling the Dangerous Classes: The History of Criminal Justice, co-authored with Pavel Vasiliev (3^rd edition); Delinquency and Juvenile Justice in American Society, co-authored with Emily Troshynski (3^rd edition); Juvenile Justice in America: Problems and Prospects (co-edited with Daniel Macallair) and Our Punitive Society.

Dr. Shelden was the co-editor of the online Justice Policy Journal and a Professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas where he received several teaching awards. Dr Sheldon recently retired after nearly 50 years as one of the nation’s leading criminologists. 

Sean Cochrun — Director of Behavioral Health
sean@​cjcj.​org

Sean Cochrun serves as the Director of Behavioral Health at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), where he oversees clinical programming, staff development, and the delivery of comprehensive mental health services to justice-involved youth and families. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience in community-based behavioral health, Sean is dedicated to ensuring that vulnerable individuals receive equitable, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care.

Since joining CJCJ in 2019, Sean has led the organization’s behavioral health initiatives with a focus on expanding access to therapeutic interventions that address the intersection of mental health, trauma, and involvement in the justice system. His leadership emphasizes client-centered, evidence-based practices that promote healing, resilience, and long-term stability for youth and their families.

Sean has been an integral part of San Francisco’s community mental health system since 2009, working in both direct service and administrative roles across nonprofit sectors. His work has primarily focused on supporting youth and families impacted by the juvenile justice system, helping to design and implement programs that bridge behavioral health services with restorative and rehabilitative approaches.

He holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Francisco State University. Committed to collaboration and systems-level change, Sean continues to advocate for integrated behavioral health strategies that reduce disparities and strengthen community well-being.

David Luna — Bilingual Clinical Case Manager, COY Program
dluna@​cjcj.​org

David Luna is a Bilingual Clinical Case Manager with the COY program at CJCJ. 

Erica Spartos, MA, LMFT. — Clinical Supervisor, COY

Fil Matavao — Clinical Case Manager
fil@​cjcj.​org

Fil Matavao is a Clinical Case Manager with the COY program.

Gabriela Lopez-Gaston — Behavioral Health Clinician, COY program
gabriela@​cjcj.​org

Gabriela Lopez-Gaston is a Behavioral Health Clinician with our COY program at CJCJ. 

Evelyn Tovar- Behavioral Health Clinician,
COY program

evelyn@​cjcj.​org

My name is Evelyn Tovar, and I am the Behavioral Health Clinician for the COY program. Raised in the Bay Area, I’ve grown to appreciate diverse cultures and have a strong interest in understanding people’s unique experiences. I have a background in Criminal Justice and Psychology, which helps guide the way I support and connect with others. I love spending time outdoors, surrounded by the waves of the ocean or pure greenery.

Máire Larkin — Operations Director, Cameo House
mairel@​cjcj.​org

Máire Larkin is the Operations Director of CJCJ’s Cameo House program. Her journey began in the 1980’s in the Creative Arts program Limerick Prison, Ireland to 2001 becoming the SF Superior Courts CJCJ Children’s Waiting Room director, to her present position at Cameo House. A quote from her long time favorite book Jane Eyre ​“I am no bird: and no net ensnares me: I am a free human being with an independent will”.

Charity Harris — Director of Cameo House and Women’s Services
harris@​cjcj.​org

Charity Harris is the Director of Cameo House and Women’s Services at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), where she leads residential and support programs that empower women and families affected by the justice system. With over 13 years of experience in social services, residential care, and women’s empowerment, Charity brings deep compassion, hands-on expertise, and a strong commitment to creating pathways toward stability and self-sufficiency.

Charity’s career in human services began in 2011 as an Administrative Assistant in the Human Resources department at Jelani House Residential Treatment Program. After transitioning into Jelani House’s childcare department, she discovered her enduring passion for supporting mothers and children in recovery. Before joining Jelani House, Charity owned and operated a childcare center for more than a decade, an experience that strengthened her understanding of the vital role nurturing environments play in family healing and growth.

In 2016, following the downsizing of Jelani House, Charity joined Cameo House as Residential Support Staff. Through dedication, empathy, and leadership, she advanced to Senior Residential Counselor, Program Manager, and ultimately to her current role as Director of Cameo House and Women’s Services. Today, she oversees all aspects of programming, staff development, and service delivery for women transitioning out of incarceration, ensuring they receive trauma-informed care, stable housing, and opportunities for long-term success.

Charity is a graduate of the City College of San Francisco’s Addiction and Recovery Program and is currently pursuing a degree in Psychology. Her lived experience and professional journey continue to inspire her advocacy for women and families striving to rebuild their lives with dignity, resilience, and hope.

D’Mitri Starks — Residential Support Staff/​Quality Assurance Specialist
dmitri@​cjcj.​org

D’Mitri Starks is our Senior Residential Support Staff at CJCJ’s Cameo House. 

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn’t serve the world. There’s nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. ” — Marianne Williamson

Aurora Garza Jimenez — Program Manager, Cameo House
ajimenez@​cjcj.​org

Cameo House’s Program Manager Aurora Garza Jimenez is also our original Bilingual Case Manager for Cameo House! Being a transplant from Monterey County to San Francisco State to graduate with a double major in Psychology and Spanish, she wants to advocate for all POC who come or have gone through hardships in life as she has. She has lived experience and wants to help individuals rise to their best to prove to themselves that they too can rise from the ashes. Aside from being a forever student in holistic health, Aurora enjoys spending time with family and traveling to new places.

Anayma De Frias — Bilingual Case Manager, Cameo House
anayma@​cjcj.​org

Anayma De Frias serves as a Bilingual Case Manager for Cameo House at CJCJ. Raised by a Dominican family whose roots dig deep into civic service and community engagement, she has followed the same path championing social equity and justice. She is a certified Community Health Worker, holds a bachelor’s in psychology from Florida International University, and is currently pursuing her Master of Public Health at FIU’s Robert Stempel School of Public Health and Social Work. In her spare time, she enjoys watching sci-fi and supernatural shows, taking scenic walks through picturesque San Francisco, and nerding out about nutrition over a good cup of coffee.”

Daisy Pelayo
Cameo House On-Call Staff

My name is Daisy Pelayo, I am a Cameo House graduate and now Cameo House On-Call Staff. My main place of employment is Recovery Survival Network, we are nonprofit that provides transitional housing to justice impacted/​justice involved transitional age youth. I completed my Associate’s Degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences at CCSF and plan on plan on pursuing my bachelor’s degree in social work SF State University this fall. I have called San Francisco home for approximately 7 years, however, I am born and raised in Solano County having spent most of my life in the agricultural town of Dixon, Ca. I am grateful to Cameo House and CJCJ because the work that they continue to do in the community keeps families together by providing women and their children with the support as we navigate the criminal justice system.

Booker Gray — Director of Juvenile Justice Services
bgray@​cjcj.​org

Booker Gray serves as the Director of Juvenile Justice Services at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), where he oversees programs that provide critical support, guidance, and rehabilitation opportunities for youth and young adults involved in the justice system. With a strong commitment to personal growth and community empowerment, Booker leads a team dedicated to helping young people build stability, develop new skills, and find positive direction in their lives.

A graduate of San Francisco State University with a degree in Psychology, Booker brings both academic insight and practical experience to his work. His approach is grounded in empathy, mentorship, and the belief that every young person has the capacity for transformation when given the right tools and support.

Throughout his career, Booker has worked to bridge the gap between systems and communities, ensuring that youth receive individualized care that recognizes their potential rather than their past. His leadership at CJCJ reflects his dedication to fostering resilience, accountability, and opportunity for those navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges.

Guided by the words of Maya Angelou, Booker lives by the principle:

​“You can only become accomplished at something you love. Don’t make money your goal. Instead, pursue the things you love doing and then do them well so that people can’t take their eyes off you.”

This philosophy continues to shape his work and his unwavering commitment to helping young people discover their own path toward success and self-fulfillment.

Julia Hughes - Case Manager/​Planner, Juvenile Justice Services
julia@​cjcj.​org

Julia Hughes is a case manager and sentencing planner at CJCJ. She was born and raised in Oakland, California and received her undergraduate degree in political science from UC Berkeley. She is passionate about criminal justice work and helping advocate on behalf of young people who are system impacted. She loves hanging out with her dogs, Warriors basketball, and exploring the Bay Area in search of new restaurants.

Carlos Simpson Sr — Senior Case Manager/​Planner
carlos@​cjcj.​org

Carlos Simpson is a Senior Case Manager/​Planner with our Juvenile Justice Services at CJCJ who believes it is important to live in one’s purpose and accept everything that comes along with that, including the blessings. Proud to be working in the areas he grew up in, Carlos is grateful for the opportunity to give back, to listen to the youth he works with, and to be the voice that he needed in his own life. From youth to adulthood, Carlos’s own experiences with incarceration anchor him in the importance of connection to not only people, but to the soil and land itself one is working on.

Tatum O’Sullivan On-Call Bilingual Social Worker
tatumo@​cjcj.​org

Tatum O’Sullivan was born and raised in the East Bay Area. Her interest in working with system-impacted young people was piqued as an Undergraduate Criminal Justice student at Seattle University. Tatum has been with CJCJ for over four years in various capacities. In her free time, she enjoys sharing meals with loved ones, attending live music shows, and walking in nature.

Ana Borjorquez- Bilingual Expeditor
Juvenile Justice Services

ana@​cjcj.​org

Ana Bojorquez is a Bilingual Expeditor at CJCJ. She was born and raised in the Bay Area and received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from San Francisco State University and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Boston University Metropolitan College. In her free time, she likes to go to the beach and read.

Lucero Herrera-Bilingual Coordinator
lucero@​cjcj.​org

I am an advocate for youth in San Francisco. I believe young people should have the right to their self determination. As someone who was charged as an adult at the age of 17 and cycled through the adult justice system, young people should have the right to listen and speak their opinion, advocate on the plan being created, and say what will work and what fits towards their self determination. ​“We are the ones they have been waiting for”, to make a change in the world, or in a young person’s life. I am big on organizing and being organized and big on second chances and introducing young people to tools for healing and transformation. I am also an artist who finds art as a form of healing.

Gerald Miller, Director of Community-Based Services

(415) 621‑5661 x. 108 gerald@​cjcj.​org

Gerald Miller serves as the Director of Community-Based Services at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), where he oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative programs that support justice-involved individuals as they successfully reintegrate into their communities.

Before joining CJCJ, Gerald spent 15 years with the internationally renowned Delancey Street Foundation, where he directed the Institute for Social Renewal. In that role, he designed and managed pioneering community-based initiatives focused on rehabilitation, social entrepreneurship, and personal transformation for individuals with complex social and behavioral challenges.

Gerald has played a leading role in implementing model reentry programs for individuals with special needs, including NoVA, an intensive case management initiative supporting violent offenders returning to the community from county jail. His approach integrates evidence-based practices with a deep commitment to restorative justice and long-term community wellness.

In addition to his programmatic leadership, Gerald has presented internationally on community corrections and best practices in reentry and rehabilitation. He has also contributed his expertise to numerous community and civic advisory boards, including serving two terms on the San Francisco Reentry Council, where he helped shape local policies and partnerships to improve outcomes for formerly incarcerated individuals.

Jose Gomez — Case Manager, Adult Reentry Services
jgomez@​cjcj.​org

Jose Gomez works as a Case Manager with our Adult Reentry Services at CJCJ. 

Brian Goldstein, Director of Policy and Development

(415) 621‑5661 x. 102 brian@​cjcj.​org

Brian Goldstein is CJCJ’s Director of Policy and Development. Under his supervision, CJCJ’s policy and communications department advocates for policies that reduce society’s reliance on incarceration. Brian holds a Masters of Arts in Political Science from San Francisco State University.

Brian has testified in the California State Legislature and written extensively about local and state justice policy trends. He has previously co-authored California’s 58 Crime Rates and Fouts Springs: A Model Approach to Serving High-Risk Youth, among other publications.

Grecia Reséndez, Policy Analyst
grecia@​cjcj.​org

Grecia Reséndez is a mother, scholar, and system-impacted policy expert focused on criminal justice reform. Born and raised in the Bay Area, Grecia holds a B.A. in Political Science from UC Berkeley and a Masters in Public Affairs from the Goldman School of Public Policy. Additionally, she earned a certificate as an Independent Forensic Gang Expert from Loyola Law School. Her research includes, education, the school-to-prison-pipeline, Latinos in higher education, California youth prisons and juvenile justice facilities. She has authored numerous reports and has testified in the California Legislature.

Tina Curiel — Communications & Policy Analyst
tinac@​cjcj.​org

Tina Curiel is a Xicana-Boricua poet, artivist, and policy professional whose work centers on amplifying the voices of formerly incarcerated and system-impacted communities. As a Communications and Policy Analyst at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), she combines creative storytelling with policy analysis to advance justice reform and promote community-driven change.

Raised in California’s Central Valley, Tina earned her B.A. in Ethnic Studies with a focus on Social Policy from the University of California, Davis. Her professional experience spans direct services, leadership development, and program management for justice-impacted individuals, reflecting her deep commitment to equity, empowerment, and representation.

In addition to her communications and policy work, Tina helps lead CJCJ’s Next Generation Fellowship, a leadership program that supports emerging advocates with lived experience in the justice system. Through mentorship, training, and community building, she uplifts the next generation of reform leaders and changemakers.

Tina is also the creator and editor of several community-based publications across California, using writing and art as tools for self-expression, resistance, and healing. Guided by the principles of self-determination, reflexivity, and compassion, she continues to use her voice and platform to advocate for dignity, inclusion, and transformative justice. 

Maureen Washburn — Senior Policy Analyst
maureen@​cjcj.​org

Maureen Washburn (she/​her) is the Senior Policy Analyst at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ), where she leads research and advocacy efforts to promote fair, effective, and community-centered approaches to justice in California. Since joining CJCJ in 2016, Maureen has authored and co-authored numerous publications examining crime trends, funding priorities, racial disparities in incarceration, and local justice system budgets.

Her work has played a pivotal role in exposing inequities and driving reform across California’s youth justice landscape. Notably, Maureen co-authored a series of influential reports documenting the inhumane conditions and systemic failures within the state’s now-closed Division of Juvenile Justice, helping to inform public understanding and accelerate statewide efforts to end youth incarceration in large institutional settings.

In addition to her research, Maureen has been deeply involved in CJCJ’s legislative and policy advocacy, contributing to the passage of landmark bills that eliminated juvenile administrative fees and established a minimum age for prosecution within California’s juvenile justice system. Her expertise also extends to sentencing mitigation, county-level technical assistance, and stakeholder convening to improve oversight and accountability in local youth facilities.

Maureen has also served as a co-facilitator of the Next Generation Fellowship, supporting emerging leaders with lived experience in the justice system as they develop advocacy skills and advance equity-driven policy solutions.

She holds a Master of Science in Public Policy from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania.

Nancy Juarez — Policy and Communications Analyst
nancy@​cjcj.​org

Nancy Juarez is a Policy and Communications Analyst with CJCJ.