Kimberly Steele
Hartford,Michigan
Summary
Highly motivated social justice advocate with a strong passion for creating inclusive and equitable communities. As a founding member and Board Secretary of SWMI Inclusive Learning Community, located in Kalamazoo, I have demonstrated my commitment to promoting anti-racism and fostering a human-centered culture. Through policy development and facilitation of spaces for connection and belonging, I aim to drive positive change and address systemic inequalities with a deep understanding of social justice principles and a determination to challenge societal norms,
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Secretary
SWMI Inclusive Learning Community
08.2023 - Current
- Contributed to the founding of SWI ILC through participation in writing core values, policies, and bylaws
- Promote a culture of inclusion and belonging among members through regularly sharing resources and providing continuing education opportunities
- Enhance board communication through preparation and distribution of meeting agendas, minutes, and supporting materials
- Coordinate schedules for board meetings and committee sessions to ensure timely decision-making
- Organize and maintain digital documents, policies, and reports to streamline information access
- Accurately record board actions in meeting minutes and circulate them to members for review to promote transparency
- Stay current on regulatory updates and implement policy changes to ensure corporate governance compliance
- Act as a liaison between board members, facilitating collaboration and aligning priorities and objectives
- Plan events for fostering member engagement through social activities, field trips, and strategic discussions with the Board and membership.
Court Appointed Special Advocate
CASA Of Southwest Michigan
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced and expanded CASA's DEI curriculum, incorporating resources rooted in transformative justice principles
- Demonstrated sensitivity and cultural competence in working with diverse children in challenging circumstances
- Effective advocate for children in foster care, promoting their well-being and ensuring their needs are met
- Strong ability to establish trust and provide emotional support to children, creating a safe and supportive environment
- Skilled in representing and amplifying the voices of children during critical decision-making processes
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships among team members and collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Capable of providing informed recommendations to judges based on detailed reports and observations
- Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive plans for child welfare
- Knowledgeable in trauma-informed care, with well over 40 hours of training in this field
- Certified in Trust-Based Relational Intervention, equipped to address the needs of vulnerable children in diverse settings.
Education
Associate of Science - Social Work
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI06.2026
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lake Michigan College
Benton Harbor, MI06.2023
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Compassion
- Detail oriented
- Collaboration
- Cultural Awareness and Competency
- Facilitation
- Passion Driven
- Self-Educated
- Inclusion
Timeline
Board Secretary
SWMI Inclusive Learning Community
08.2023 - Current
Court Appointed Special Advocate
CASA Of Southwest Michigan
08.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Social Work
Western Michigan University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lake Michigan College
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