Adline J.
Equity & Inclusion Associate at Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program- Claim this Profile
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Haitian Creole Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Credentials
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LCSW
ASWB - Association of Social Work Boards
Experience
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Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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200 - 300 Employee
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Equity & Inclusion Associate
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Feb 2023 - Present
Spearheaded DEI efforts on the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) team, serving as the primary contact for inquiries, producing impactful communications, fostering collaboration, maintaining equity workshop attendance records, and delivering monthly new-hire training for an organization of 600+ employees. Spearheaded the development of a pipeline mentorship program designed to provide young students from marginalized backgrounds in Massachusetts and Rhode Island with valuable career exploration opportunities. Successfully recruited 5+ high school and college students to participate in the program. Revamped and facilitate monthly training sessions to approximately 12+ newly hired employees that are instrumental in equipping new staff members with a solid foundation in DEI principles and fostering a more inclusive workplace culture. Participate in networking events and forums, expanding the organization's reach within the community and building strong relationships with key stakeholders such as, local colleges and universities and community leaders to enhance internal DEI programming and assist with the coordination of all DEI programs, events, and initiatives. Collaborate with 5 cross-functional committees and affinity groups within the organization to recommend and craft cost-effective system-wide DEI programs, events, and initiatives to drive employee engagement and impact within the constraints of a tight budget. Show less
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Boston Public Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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DEI Consultant
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Apr 2022 - Jun 2022
Acted as a key DEI consultant within one of three DEI offices in the nationally ranked Boston Public, among the top 150 most diverse school districts in the nation dedicated to enhancing access to pertinent resources, fostering a culture of diversity appreciation, and advancing a sense of belonging. Led the successful overhaul and organization of diversity and inclusion resource pages within a school district serving an 80% historically marginalized student population. Ensured streamlined access to essential diversity, equity, and inclusion resources for over 154,000 stakeholders, including students, educators, parents, and community members. Curated and categorized a diverse range of DEI materials, encompassing articles, videos, webinars, and educational content. Employed Microsoft Excel to establish an intuitive and user-friendly resource repository, optimizing information accessibility for stakeholders. Show less
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Cambridge Health Alliance
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Diversity Council Representative
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Sep 2021 - May 2022
Engaged with higher leadership as a part of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council within a large public health teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School and the Tufts University School of Medicine to facilitate constructive conversations and drive action plans aligned with DEI goals among 800+ providers and trainees. Leveraged consistent observation of trainee participation in weekly training seminars to advocate for and successfully secure the continuation of external-led training sessions, leading to a substantial increase in trainee engagement, while fostering a safe environment for learning without fear of repercussions. Delivered a compelling case presentation to 30 key stakeholders, which led to a 100% increase in awareness of power dynamics, privilege, and intersectionality in client-provider relationships. Show less
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Boston College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Assistant
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May 2021 - May 2022
Liaised effectively with approximately 20 key stakeholders representing organizations such as FamilyAid Boston, Boston College School of Social Work, United Way, and Boston Public Schools.Maintained ongoing communication with external stakeholders to ensure that they were well-informed about local, state-wide, and federal legislative policies impacting families experiencing homelessness.Leveraged strong project management and research skills to create a comprehensive timeline of key milestones in partnership development, which served as a strategic guide, enhancing partnership success and supporting program development initiatives.Utilized creative and graphic design skills, particularly in Canva, to produce informative materials to increase access to crucial information and distill complex policies and information into digestible formats. Show less
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Graduate Student Assistant
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Aug 2020 - May 2022
Managed a team of 15 undergraduate student tutors, providing guidance, mentorship, and leadership to ensure the academic integrity and effectiveness of CFLC's tutoring program.Offered constructive feedback and coaching to tutors, fostering their professional development and enabling them to better assist their peers in their academic pursuits.Cultivated a culture of continuous learning and growth among the tutor team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that positively influenced students' academic progress.Played a pivotal role in managing and successfully resolving conflicts between tutors and students, contributing to a harmonious and productive learning environment. Show less
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Boys & Girls Clubs of America
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Social Justice Program Manager
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Sep 2020 - Jun 2021
Developed and implemented a comprehensive Cultural Competency Learning Program--created and distributed educational materials and resources, including workshops, handouts, and multimedia content, which achieved a 100% increase in participants' cultural awareness and understanding within a predominantly Black and Latinx community. Collaborated closely with 5 internal and external stakeholders to facilitate 12 group sessions focused on inequity, inclusion, and multiculturalism topics, reaching over 20 community members. Engaged with a diverse group of 15 teenagers within the youth center, providing them with valuable insights and tools that resulted in an improvement in their ability to navigate and address cultural diversity-related issues. Implemented a robust system for collecting and utilizing client feedback, resulting in an increase in the program's effectiveness through real-time adjustments and improvements in youth engagement and intervention strategies. Served as a mentor and social-emotional support for 15+ teenagers, guiding them on various issues and concerns. Show less
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City Year
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Americorps Member at City Year
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Aug 2019 - Jun 2020
Facilitated communication between a diverse group of over 140 teachers, parents, staff, and counselors, providing essential translation services for Haitian parents, which provided an increase in effective parent-teacher collaboration, directly contributing to improved student success and the advancement of school-wide initiatives. Utilized specialized in-house programming systems, including CySchoolhouse and Aperture, to meticulously track and analyze student data for an extensive cohort of approximately 888 students, which identified critical trends and patterns, serving as the basis for targeted interventions school-wide and small-group support effectiveness in specific metrics. Developed and executed both short-term and long-term strategies, leading to a 25% improvement in the social, emotional, and academic success of targeted students. Collaborated closely with teachers, staff, and counselors to design and implement tailored strategies and interventions, directly addressing the unique needs of students from disproportionately impacted groups. Show less
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Boston Medical Center (BMC)
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Assistant
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Oct 2017 - May 2018
Provided study support and research collaboration. Maintained organization of Interview scheduling for researchers and study participants. Conducted face-to-face interviews. Transcribed qualitative data. Utilized proficiency in Nvivo software for data analysis. Provided research documentation and adherence to ethical standards. Provided study support and research collaboration. Maintained organization of Interview scheduling for researchers and study participants. Conducted face-to-face interviews. Transcribed qualitative data. Utilized proficiency in Nvivo software for data analysis. Provided research documentation and adherence to ethical standards.
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Boston University Sargent College
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Assistant
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Aug 2015 - May 2017
Performed independent data delivery and analysis. Utilized ImageJ and Reconstruction for axon image analysis. Performed mathematical calculations and measurement extractions of images of monkey brains. Performed independent data delivery and analysis. Utilized ImageJ and Reconstruction for axon image analysis. Performed mathematical calculations and measurement extractions of images of monkey brains.
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