Meet Our Board

Our board of directors brings leadership from a variety of fields including business, education, law, and philanthropy with a commitment to the well-being of every child and youth. They help guide the National Center for Youth Law’s strategic work and growth.

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President

Sophie Fanelli

Portrait photograph of Denise Forte
Vice President

Denise Forte

Luis Vergara
Secretary

Luis Vergara

Portrait photograph of Mary Bissell
Treasurer

Mary Bissell

Alexander "Lex" Brainerd
Member

Alexander "Lex" Brainerd

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Member

Preetha Chakrabarti

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Member

June Dipchand

Mishaela Durán
Member

Mishaela Durán

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Member

Frank Figgers

Portrait photograph of Dr. Jason Okonofua
Member

Dr. Jason Okonofua

Lisa Rieger
Member

Lisa Rieger

Lori A Schechter
Member

Lori A. Schechter

Portrait photograph of Sandeep Solanki
Member

Sandeep Solanki

Portrait photograph of Mona Tawatao
Member

Mona Tawatao

Mohammad Barkeshli
Member

Mohammad Barkeshli