We have so many awesome people on our team, all focused on serving survivors of sexual violence and supporting our members, including advocates, prevention educators, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, and more.

So we thought we would take this opportunity to reintroduce our staff members and to remind our members of all that we have to offer! We've listed here some information about each person on our team, as well as a few topics they can help our members with.

Reach out to info@oaesv.org and ask for the staff member who most closely aligns with your project!

You can easily become one, and we're actually about to start our 2021 Membership enrollment period! Email us at info@oaesv.org for more information.

TA topics: executive leadership, board of directors, grants, training, and more

TA topics: finances, finance software, payroll, audits, and more

Kelly joined OAESV in January 2016. As the Training & Technical Assistance Specialist, she assists rape crisis centers, campuses, and allied professionals in providing effective services to survivors and preventing sexual violence through timely, relevant training and technical assistance. Kelly is a survivor of sexual violence and a lifelong advocate. She started her career in victim services as a Victim Advocate and Volunteer Coordinator with the YWCA H.O.P.E. Center of Northwest Ohio in 2011. Kelly received a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from the University of Toledo in July of 2008. In her free time, Kelly enjoys kayaking with her partner Rob, spending time with her kids, and relaxing with a good book.

TA topics: campus advocacy, training and facilitation skills, volunteer management, and more

TA topics: curriculum development, evaluation, bystander intervention, social marketing/social norms strategies, school policy work, and more

Caitlin Burke grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio and has worked in the violence prevention field for almost a decade. She became interested in prevention while in college where she volunteered as a peer educator and was first introduced to the topic during her mom's career as a SANE nurse. She is currently pursuing her Master's Degree in Public Health and is an avid baker in her free time.

TA topics: Primary Prevention Strategies, Be the One content development and support, evaluation, support of unfunded or underfunded prevention programs, and more

April provides administrative and organization support to the Legal Team in efforts to provide holistic representation to survivors of sexual violence and human trafficking across Ohio. April has many years of experience working in both academic and corporate structures of state and local government. Having a strong background in information technology lead to several great opportunities, a few being Miami University in Oxford, OH and Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA. It was those opportunities that lead to her K-12 teaching experience and opportunity to design the first computer programming/coding curriculum for Mecklenburg County Schools in South Hill, VA. April has a BBA and a MBA from Averett University in Danville, VA; a Higher Ground Women's Leadership certificate from the Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute at Virginia Commonwealth University and a post graduate Paralegal Certificate from Capital University Law School in Columbus, OH. In efforts to connect the technology with her business and legal training, April is preparing to sit for the Association of Certified Electronic Discovery Specialist examination in 2019. Originally from Newark, NJ, April is a wife, mother and, "MiMi"; as well as a huge basketball fan that loves cooking and spending time with family and friends.

TA topics: advocacy in criminal legal system, legal documentation, legal software, Title IX, applying for legal services, sexual violence in K-12 settings, and more

Camille Crary, J.D., M.Ed., Director of Legal Services & Policy

Camille joined OAESV in December 2015 to develop OAESV's legal services program and increase public policy engagement. Camille works with state and federal lawmakers to shape survivor-centered funding streams, statutes, and administrative rules. She provides training and technical assistance on a variety civil rights issues, with a specific emphasis on Title IX and education remedies. Camille graduated from the University of Wisconsin Law School, where she served on the Senior Editorial Board of the Wisconsin Law Review. Before joining OAESV full-time, Camille was a Cleveland Rape Crisis Center and OAESV Public Policy and Law Fellow. She also has civil firm experience with Title VII workplace discrimination cases. During law school, Camille worked as an intern for the Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault, the Wisconsin Department of Justice, and the United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin. She is a Teach For America alum (DC '08), holds an M.Ed. from George Mason University and a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism and Political Science from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.

TA topics: Title IX, State and Federal Legislation, Sexual Violence in K-12 Settings, Administrative Guidance and the Federal Register, and more

Chelsea Daniel (she/her/hers pronouns) is the Campus & Legal Advocate at Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English and Creative Writing from Cleveland State University in 2011. Chelsea began her career in community corrections, where she taught poetry workshops to women who were incarcerated. This work inspired her passion for ending gender-based violence in marginalized communities. Chelsea began her career as a victim advocate with the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center in 2016, where she gained expert knowledge and experience in Title IX advocacy, legal advocacy, and college campus-based violence and prevention programming. In her free time, Chelsea enjoys reading, painting, and playing with her dog, Cody.

TA topics: campus sexual violence policies, Title IX, advocacy in criminal legal system, and more

Luisa started as the Membership & Resource Specialist with OAESV in October 2019. She is in leadership with the Women of Color Caucus of Ohio, and participates on the Ohio Anti-Oppression Committee. Luisa has a passion for helping people, which is what brought her to supporting survivors and advocates in Ohio. She also loves doing missionary work, and has worked with the youth ministry at her church, in partnership with her late husband. Luisa says that some of her favorite ways to pass time is to spend it with family, watch detective shows, and play volleyball. She also loves to spoil her Pomeranian pup, Cookie.

TA topics: human resources, office software, volunteer management, and more

Jenn Eidemiller (she/her/they/them pronouns) is the new Resource and Communications Coordinator at Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence. In her past roles, she oversaw LGBTQ+ anti-violence trainings for service providers, professionals and community members throughout Ohio. Born and raised in Ohio, Jenn holds a Bachelor of Arts with research distinction in Psychology and Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies. Her varied background and experience includes social psychology research, helpline advocacy, and program development. Jenn currently lives in Columbus, Ohio and enjoys scrolling through dog rescues in her free time with her partner. She is excited to continue to work within the anti-violence field with OAESV.

TA topics: OAESV resources, sexual violence data and reporting, online event technology, statewide LGBTQ+ resources (especially those related to sexual violence), and more

Becca joined OAESV in May of 2018. As the Legal Advocate, she is responsible for providing advocacy and referral linkage for survivors of sexual violence who have needs specific to the criminal justice and/or civil legal systems, and for providing training and technical assistance to rape crisis centers specific to legal advocacy for survivors. Starting in the sexual violence movement as a volunteer advocate in 2003, Becca recognized her passion for the movement. She joined The Domestic Violence Shelter in Mansfield working with and advocating for survivors and their families. As a Miami University alumnus, Becca returned to Miami to serve as the Sexual Assault Response/ Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Students. In this role she assisted survivors in navigating the various systems and processes along with providing resources and services both on and off campus. Becca has chaired committees, assisted in crafting policy, and coordinated universal efforts to prevent and respond to sexual violence. Becca is a graduate of the University of Toledo College of Law and maintains Registered Advocate with Advanced Standing status with the Ohio Advocate Network.

TA topics: advocacy in criminal legal system, holistic advocacy, Title IX, applying for legal services, and more

Jayvon Howard is a passionate organizer and advocate for social justice serving as a member of the LGBTQ Taskforce with BRAVO and the Anti-Oppression Committee with OAESV. He has formerly worked as an LGBTQ Outreach Advocate for Women Helping Women providing direct service to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. He has a background working with special populations doing advocacy, outreach, and programming. Jayvon has served on many teams to engage men in gender-based violence intervention and prevention, including working with different committees to assist in the organizing of the Ohio Consortium for Men’s Masculinities in Higher Education. Jayvon holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Family Science from Miami University. He loves being a plant dad and enjoys cooking, painting, reading, and doing yoga.

TA topics: men, masculinity, healthy manhood; providing direct service to male survivors, engaging men and violence prevention; and more

Megan Jones-Williams is currently the Director of Training and Advocacy for OAESV, having worked in the movement to end gender-based violence since 2001. Her educational background in interpersonal communication has influenced her prior work as a program coordinator, advocate, educator, counselor, and activist with crisis centers and gender violence prevention programs in Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri. In her previous position as coordinator of a rape crisis center, Megan provided leadership and vision for the program, managed the budget and grants, supervised staff, co-chaired the local SARC, and advised a campus/community men's anti-violence group. Additionally, she has created volunteer programs, pioneered community awareness campaigns, coordinated conferences, accompanied survivors at the hospital, and provided numerous trainings for victim advocates. Megan has had the privilege of presenting at various local, regional, and national conferences, including the 2012 and 2013 National Sexual Assault Conferences, and served as the Governing Body Convener (i.e. Chair of the Board of Directors) for the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault from 2013-2015. Megan is passionate about engaging in conversations about the ways sexual violence intersects with other forms of oppression, and developing practical strategies to strengthen the productivity and effectiveness of sexual assault services. She values a comprehensive approach to gender violence that combines high quality service provision to survivors from all walks of life, with innovative and proactive prevention education. Megan enjoys cooking, cheering for the Cleveland Cavaliers and attending concerts with her partner, Derrick, although they spend most of their free time chasing after their two young children.

TA topics: trauma-informed supervision; developing and implementing SV program policies, especially regarding crisis intervention, advocacy, and volunteers; grant-related activities: writing, reporting, management, budget development; training presentation development; and more

Olivia works to initiate an intersectional perspective in addressing violence in Ohio. Olivia formerly worked with underserved populations at the Ohio Domestic Violence Network and within legal, campus and community advocacy at a local program in Clark county. She is a community organizer and civil rights activist, working with numerous human rights groups including LGBTQI civil rights organizations and the NAACP. Olivia holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology with a focus in African American studies from Ohio University. Outside of work Olivia enjoys walks with Kane (her rescue pup), yoga and volunteering in the community.

TA topics: diversity, equity, and inclusion; equitable civic engagement; transformative and restorative justice practices for survivors; and more

Prior to joining OAESV, Kandra worked as an Assistant State Public Defender at the Office of the Ohio Public Defender in the Death Penalty Department. There, Kandra represented individuals on Ohio's death row throughout their State and Federal appeals. Kandra has also worked in Prison Legal Services, representing inmates seeking parole. When Kandra is not in the office, she is cooking, reading, or catching a show with her son, Bren.

TA topics: Title IX, advocacy for survivors in the criminal legal system, sexual violence in K-12 Settings, applying for legal services, and more

Taylr comes from years of advocacy and anti-oppression work, previously working as a Program Coordinator with the Ohio Sexual Violence Helpline; a Teen Advocate with the YWCA Dayton; a Facilitator with the Young Feminist Collaborative; and a Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Instructor at Wright State University. Taylr graduated with a Bachelor of Sciences in Communications from the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University and a Master of Humanities degree from WSU. She loves hiking and kayaking with her partner and participating in many forms of activism.

TA topics: internal and external communications strategy, online event technology and coordination, using communications for public awareness and advocacy, and more

Shandra has worked with multi-faceted sexual assault agencies for over seven years. She recently rejoined OAESV as the Director of Coordinated Community Responses. In this role, Shandra is responsible for training law enforcement, advocates, sexual assault nurse examiners, prosecutors, and military personnel across the state on best practices for creating and implementing a coordinated community response to sexual assault and intimate partner violence. She also participates on several state advisory committees, including the Women of Color Caucus (WOCC) Leadership Team, convened by the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence, the Ohio Domestic Violence Network, and the Ohio Network of Child Advocacy Centers, as well as the Sexual Assault Advisory Board of Ohio (SAABO). In her role with OAESV, Shandra is most excited about ensuring all survivors of sexual assault are treated with dignity and respect, have equitable access to resources, and are receiving culturally appropriate services. She is also focused on engaging the community in prevention efforts and strategies to bring an end to sexual violence. In her spare time, Shandra enjoys cheering on the Crimson Tide football team, catching up on television shows, and traveling.

TA topics: building and sustaining inclusive Sexual Assault Response Teams (SARTs)/Coordinated Community Response Teams (CCRTs); Sexual Assault Forensic Exams and working with Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners; working with law enforcement; Sexual Assault Kit Training (SAKT) system; and more

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This project was supported by Grant No. OAESV 2019-SW-AX-0020 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice , to the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Justice.