Nyabingha McDowell
Richmond,CA
Summary
Innovative community engagement professional specializing in restorative justice and conflict transformation. Proven success in leading program development and team coordination to enhance community ecosystems. Committed to documenting outcomes and refining strategies based on participant insights, ensuring impactful community support and collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
14
14
Certifications
Work History
Co-Director, Community Engagement & Education
The Collective Healing and Transformation Project
Richmond, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Lead community engagement strategy focused on restorative justice, healing dialogue, and conflict transformation.
- Oversee program development, implementation, and continuous improvement of healing-centered initiatives.
- Facilitate structured dialogues and restorative processes supporting individuals and families navigating conflict.
- Expanded partnerships with community organizations and local leaders to enhance collaborative efforts.
- Coordinated team activities, scheduling, and program operations for effective implementation.
- Documented programming outcomes and participant insights, informing continuous program improvements.
Associate Director
Mixed Behavior Foundation
Walnut Creek, CA
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with organizational leadership to manage programs enhancing youth development and community support.
- Developed strategies to align project objectives with organizational mission and funding priorities.
- Facilitated staff meetings and project discussions to ensure alignment of program goals with team objectives.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised staff supporting program delivery.
- Assisted in developing grant proposals and funding applications to secure resources for program growth.
Program Director Consultant
The Self-ish Society
Oakland, CA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Developed and launched mentorship program enhancing youth empowerment and leadership skills.
- Coordinated community events and outreach initiatives to boost youth participation and engagement.
- Managed program budgets and tracked expenditures to maintain financial alignment.
Multimedia Consultant
Mack Works
Remote
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Led design processes, conducting research and developing concepts for implementation across various platforms.
- Developed social media campaigns and digital content that increased brand visibility and engagement.
- Created written and visual materials for online platforms and internal communications to enhance audience understanding.
Program Director Consultant
Nystrom Elementary School
Richmond, CA
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Directed mentorship programming enhancing race, gender, and equity awareness for African American girls.
- Facilitated social-emotional learning sessions and leadership development workshops, promoting resilience and empowerment.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to enhance student wellbeing and improve program outcomes.
Performing Arts Coordinator
RYSE Youth Center
Richmond, CA
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Developed arts-based programming that fostered youth expression and facilitated healing.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to enhance program accessibility and impact.
- Coordinated workshops, events, and community engagement activities to strengthen community ties.
Arts & Healing Assistant
RYSE Youth Center
Richmond, CA
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Developed arts and healing programming for youth participants, fostering creativity and personal growth.
- Assisted with strategic program planning and execution, contributing to program effectiveness and alignment with community needs.
- Coordinated collaborative initiatives and annual community events, enhancing community engagement and participation.
Recording Studio Manager
RYSE Youth Center
Richmond
01.2015 - 10.2019
- Managed recording studio operations to create empowering experiences for youth participants.
- Managed daily operations of recording studio for youth programs.
- Coordinated schedules for studio sessions and equipment usage.
- Trained youth in sound engineering and music production techniques.
- Led consultations helping young people develop creative projects and skills.
- Coordinated partnerships to enhance youth arts programming and broaden access to creative opportunities.
- Developed partnerships with local artists to enrich community engagement through collaborative projects.
- Oversaw maintenance and troubleshooting of recording equipment.
Education
University of Arizona Global Campus - Child Development
University of Arizona Global Campus
San Diego, CA01-2022
Skills
- Community partnerships
- Program strategy
- Restorative Justice Facilitation
- Team leadership
- Curriculum development
- Event production
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Project & Program Management
- Social Media & Communications
- Budget coordination
- Justice program design
- Youth Development
- Strategic planning
Certification
Restorative Justice Practices & Facilitation
Timeline
Co-Director, Community Engagement & Education
The Collective Healing and Transformation Project
05.2023 - Current
Associate Director
Mixed Behavior Foundation
05.2022 - 04.2023
Program Director Consultant
The Self-ish Society
01.2022 - 06.2022
Multimedia Consultant
Mack Works
01.2022 - 06.2022
Program Director Consultant
Nystrom Elementary School
09.2021 - 12.2021
Performing Arts Coordinator
RYSE Youth Center
11.2020 - 07.2021
Arts & Healing Assistant
RYSE Youth Center
11.2019 - 11.2020
Recording Studio Manager
RYSE Youth Center
01.2015 - 10.2019
University of Arizona Global Campus - Child Development
University of Arizona Global Campus