Michelle Ann Jupina Named Assistant Director of the FBI’s Records Management Division

Director Robert S. Mueller, III named Michelle Ann Jupina assistant director of the FBI’s Records Management Division. Ms. Jupina most recently served as deputy assistant director for operations support in the FBI’s Counterintelligence Division. Prior to this assignment, Ms. Jupina served for two years as special agent in charge of the Washington Field Office’s Intelligence Division.

“Michelle has served in numerous leadership roles during her 20 years with the FBI. As a manager, she has strengthened the FBI’s intelligence programs, and I am confident she will effectively lead the Records Management Division,” said Director Mueller.

Ms. Jupina started her FBI career in 1996 as a special agent. After completion of training at the FBI Academy, her first assignment was at the Washington Field Office, where she investigated cyber, white-collar crime, criminal, and counterintelligence matters. While serving in this office, she received the U.S. Attorney’s Award for leading a high-profile cyber investigation. She later became a supervisory special agent in the National Infrastructure Protection Center and then in the FBI’s Cyber Division.

She has held a variety of positions during her career. She served as special assistant to the executive assistant director (EAD) of the National Security Branch (NSB), the EAD of intelligence, and the deputy EAD of administration. Ms. Jupina played an integral role in strengthening the FBI’s intelligence program and assisted in the establishment of the Directorate of Intelligence and the NSB.

Ms. Jupina served as section chief of the NSB executive staff. She oversaw the coordination of the national security budget, performance metrics, strategy, training, human resource matters, information technology matters, communications, and policy issues that cut across the five NSB components: Counterterrorism Division, Counterintelligence Division, Directorate of Intelligence, Weapons of Mass Destruction Directorate, and the Terrorist Screening Center.

Prior to joining the FBI, she worked for the Department of Defense. She graduated from Virginia Tech University and Pennsylvania State University. Ms. Jupina earned a master’s degree in engineering and holds two Bachelor of Science degrees in mathematics and education.

Youth Challenge Academy

In Honolulu, the National Guard Youth Challenge Program works to intervene in and reclaim the lives of high school dropouts, providing program graduates the skills they need to succeed. Since its establishment in 1994, more than 2,578 cadets have graduated from the program, with more than 2,200 earning their high school degree.

For 15 years, the Youth Challenge Academy, located in Kapolei, Hawaii, has worked to help youth, utilizing a two-phase plan for success. The initial residential phase is a five-and-a-half-month program that focuses on education and self-discipline. The second phase lasts for a year and pairs teens up with mentors.

On average, the program reaches about 400 teens a year, through two sessions of 200 graduates. Teens can be placed in the program through school counselors, the court system, and voluntarily.

By providing participants with the education needed to earn a high school degree, the Youth Challenge Program enables teens to contribute to society after graduation. The program opens cadets’ eyes to opportunities in higher education, the military, and other employment opportunities. Through their work, the Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Academy staff continue to change the lives of at-risk youth.

Denver Public Safety Program

In Denver, business leader Christian Anschutz has demonstrated a strong and sustained commitment to building safer communities through crime prevention programs and educational outreach in a variety of meaningful ways. As chairman of the Denver Police Foundation and president of the FBI’s Citizens’ Academy Alumni Association, he is a dedicated proponent of law enforcement and a change-inducing philanthropist who empowers other service organizations to make significant impacts in Colorado.

Through his work in the non-profit community, Mr. Anschutz has worked to raise money for initiatives aimed at reducing crime and improving life for Denver’s citizens. The Denver Police Foundation operates the Public Safety Program (PSP), which generates funds for officer safety equipment, training, and crime prevention; as well as the Police Officers’ Charitable Aid Program, which supports individual officers and their families in times of crisis.

Mr. Anschutz has also demonstrated dedication and commitment to his community and local schools by expanding and providing financial support for a number of creative initiatives, including ACT on Drugs, a non-profit program designed to educate and train communities on how to address drug problems; the Aurora Youth 4 Success Program, which provides young people opportunities to develop job-readiness skills that lead toward multiple pathways for a gang-free life; and Outward Bound, a non-profit organization that offers active learning expeditions to inspire character development.

Additionally, Mr. Anschutz serves on the boards of the University of Colorado-LEEDS School of Business, The Colorado Historical Society, the Mile High Chapter of the American Red Cross, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, General Kehler’s Co-Commanders Group - Buckley Air Force Base, and the Colorado Thirty Group. He is also an honorary colonel with the Colorado State Patrol.

STARS

In El Paso, Patrick Turley has demonstrated leadership as he works within the community to assist and protect victims of crime.

As the regional director for the Department of Family and Protective Services - Adult Protective Services (APS), Mr. Turley regularly attends the same training required by his caseworkers.

He came to the agency in 2005 at a time of statewide reform following several high-profile cases involving abuse of the elderly and disabled. With help from the Texas legislature, Mr. Turley has drastically changed the face of APS.

Recognizing that elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation are deep-rooted societal problems that must be addressed, Mr. Turley helped form the non-profit Silver Start Board to assist in raising additional funds and donations to be used for victims of abuse.

Mr. Turley also serves as the board president for STARS (Sexual Trauma and Assault Services - El Paso’s Rape Crisis Center) and the Crime Victims’ Rights Council, and is on the board of the Advocacy Center for the Children of El Paso, where he works with Child Protective Services and Child Care Licensing.

Mr. Turley graduated from the State University of New York at New Paltz with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science/economics in 1981. He went on to attend the Leadership Command College, Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas at Sam Houston State University in 1996. In 2001, he was honored by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education as a master peace officer and instructor.

Astronaut

In Houston, Dr. Bernard A. Harris, Jr. is an accomplished physician, NASA astronaut, and businessman who currently serves as president of the Harris Foundation, Inc., headquartered in Houston.

Despite humble beginnings in a broken home, Dr. Harris pursued his dream of being a physician and later a NASA astronaut. He not only flew multiple space shuttle missions, he is actually the first African-American to walk in space. When he retired from NASA, he had logged more than 438 hours in space and had traveled more than 7.2 million miles.

Since his retirement, Dr. Harris has become a successful businessman and is currently on the board of directors for some of the world’s leading technology companies. He founded the Harris Foundation in 1998, with a mission to invest in community-based initiatives to support programs that empower individuals, particularly minorities and the economically disadvantaged, to recognize their potential.

The Harris Foundation sponsors programs such as the ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camps, which promote the study of science and technology to disadvantaged students entering middle school. The foundation also co-sponsors the Dare to Dream program with the Harris County Juvenile Probation Office. Dare to Dream targets at-risk youth and explores crime prevention, as well as encourages the pursuit of careers in science and technology. The FBI Houston Field Office has partnered with Dare to Dream as part of its Adopt-A-School mission, and it regularly provides special agent guest speakers to meet with the Dare to Dream students at many Houston schools.

Using his own story, Dr. Harris inspires children in Houston to reach for the stars.

Isuthu Institute

In Detroit, Reverend Wendell Anthony is a well-known community leader who works to eliminate racial inequality and promote civil rights within the community.

Reverend Anthony became the pastor of Fellowship Chapel Church in 1986. Under his leadership, the church has experienced its greatest growth in its 44-year history. In addition to its full-time ministry, the church also offers courses ranging from computer programming to SAT and ACT prep classes.

Reverend Anthony is also the founder of the Isuthu Institute (Coming into Manhood Program) and its female counterpart, the Intonjane Institute. Both programs help mentor and mold children ages 6 through 18.

Over the last four decades, Reverend Anthony has demonstrated outstanding leadership and involvement with the citizens and youth of Detroit. In addition to serving as the president of the Detroit branch of the NAACP, he is a current member of several boards and councils in Detroit and also leads a group each year on a special pilgrimage to Africa. These efforts have not only resulted in stronger ties between Detroit and Africa, but have also led to the establishment of a health clinic in Ghana.

United States Radio Networks

Chicago’s Roe Conn is the host of the The Roe Report on United Stations Radio Networks and also hosts his own afternoon drive talk show on WLS-AM in Chicago. A Chicago native, Mr. Conn continues to be one of the city’s top-rated radio personalities. He has been recognized by Talkers Magazine as one of the “100 Most Influential Talk Show Hosts in America” and received the prestigious Radio and Records Industry Achievement Award for the Best Local Talk Show Host in America.

Mr. Conn is very committed to leadership, law enforcement and serving his community. He produces and hosts an annual concert to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and he fundraises for the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, the Illinois Crime Commission, and the United States Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Mr. Conn is also a member of the board of directors for the USO of Illinois.

Both the Chicago Police Department and the U.S. Marine Corps have recognized him for his dedication, making him a Gold Star member of the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation and an honorary member of the Marine Corps League.

Mr. Conn has also done extensive work with the FBI and has invited the special agent in charge and other office personnel to appear on his show. He served as the master of ceremonies for the FBI’s 100th anniversary celebration and donated to the FBI Citizens’ Academy Alumni Association, which sponsored the event.

WAGB-TV 6

In Jackson, WABG-TV6 assistant news director/anchor Tanya Carter works to educate the community while promoting law enforcement. Ms. Carter came to the Mississippi Delta from New York City in July 2003 with a reputation as a direct, no-nonsense reporter.

While in high school, Ms. Carter was selected to participate in the Upward Bound program, funded under the Title IV Higher Education Act of 1965. She says the experience was a turning point in her life and gave her the motivation, confidence, and scholarship opportunities to pursue her dream of a career in broadcasting.

As a result of her personal experience, she volunteers with the Mississippi Valley State University’s Upward Bound youth summer program, offering career guidance to more than 160 high school students each year, and she has invited members of the Jackson Field Office to participate in the program. Many attendees have said they have a newfound interest in pursuing careers in law enforcement, particularly with the FBI.

A 2009 graduate of the FBI Citizens’ Academy, Ms. Carter has been instrumental in providing opportunities for the Jackson Field Office special agent in charge to speak to political and civic groups within the Mississippi Delta community.

As a reporter, Ms. Carter has been a strong supporter of law enforcement and has earned the respect of many federal, state, county, and local agencies. She has been the recipient of several humanitarian, journalism, and broadcasting awards.

Civil Rights Work

Avon William Rollins, Sr. is known for his sustained exemplary service in the civil rights arena as well as his leadership in promoting collaboration among ethnic and minority groups. Mr. Rollins currently serves as the director and CEO of the Beck Cultural Exchange Center, Inc., and is a member of FBI Knoxville’s Community Engagement Council and the East Tennessee Civil Rights Working Group.

Mr. Rollins retired in 1994 from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) as manager of Minority Resources and Development, where he directed TVA’s investments in the minority community and leveraged those funds to generate over $30 million from federal, state, and foundation sources. His leadership in developing successful economic and financial initiatives to benefit African-Americans has included founding Magnolia Federal Savings and Loan, serving as the former chair of the Knoxville Communications Cooperation, and acquiring the first black-owned cable radio and television station in America.

Mr. Rollins serves as an adjunct professor to historically black colleges under the auspices of the National Urban League’s Black Executive Exchange Program. He has also served as a member of the U.S. Congressional Black Caucus Brain Trust.

As one of the co-founders of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee, he counts the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X as personal friends. As a result of his civil rights advocacy across the South, more than 20 minority leadership programs have been created for grassroots community development organizations.

Due to his tireless dedication in advancing civil rights, Mr. Rollins has received numerous national, state, and local accolades from organizations such as the National Business League and the Booker T. Washington Foundation. He was bestowed the Heritage Award from the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis and the East Tennessee Minority Professional Association. He has twice been honored with the Minority Business Advocate Award from the U.S. Department of Commerce. In 1993, the National Black Caucus of State Legislators presented him with the National Builders Award. In 1994, Mr. Rollins was honored by the National Association of Human Rights Workers.

Florida Fourth Judicial Circuit

Mr. Bernie de la Rionda serves as an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Fourth Judicial Circuit of Florida. In Florida, Mr. de la Rionda’s reputation as an exceptional prosecutor is legendary. In his 27 years of service, he has had more than 250 jury trials, 67 of which were homicide cases.  During the last two years, from 2009 to 2010, Mr. de la Rionda was the lead counsel in five homicide trials, all of which were first-degree murder cases. Furthermore, in 22 cases he was successful in obtaining a death penalty recommendation and sentence.

Mr. de la Rionda demonstrates great passion for the work that he does, and he strives to promote a deeper sense of understanding of individual responsibility. Both in and out of the courtroom, Mr. de la Rionda is a dynamic and powerful communicator who is humble and approachable. The State’s Attorney, Angela B. Corey, wrote, “It is an honor for our young lawyers to have the great privilege of learning from his wealth of information and experience.”

The citizens of northeast Florida are the beneficiaries of the integrity and selflessness demonstrated throughout his career. FBI Jacksonville is honored to recognize Mr. de la Rionda for his notable service, leadership, and significant contributions to the prosecution of crime in Florida.

Brenda L. Heck Named Special Agent in Charge of the Washington Field Office’s Counterterrorism Division

Director Robert S. Mueller, III named Brenda L. Heck special agent in charge of the Washington Field Office’s Counterterrorism Division. Ms. Heck most recently served as deputy assistant director in the Counterterrorism Division at FBI Headquarters and has more than 22 years of service to the FBI.

Prior to her career with the FBI, she was a special agent with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service from 1985-88. In 1988, Ms. Heck completed new agent training at the FBI Academy and began her career at the New York Field Office.

While in the New York Field Office, she spent 14 years working extensively on investigations involving fugitives, crimes against children, and civil rights. She was a member of the New York Field Office Scuba Team and was awarded the medal of merit.

In 2002, Ms. Heck was promoted to supervisory special agent in the Criminal Investigative Division, Violent Crimes/Major Offenders Section, at FBI Headquarters for her leadership ability. After working in the Criminal Investigative Division, she transferred to the Counterterrorism Division and served as a supervisory special agent, unit chief, and assistant section chief of the International Terrorism Operations Section.

Ms. Heck completed the Leadership in Counterterrorism program in 2006, a program sponsored by the Australian Federal Police in conjunction with the FBI. In October 2009, she received the Director’s Award for Excellence in intelligence analysis for her work on the Strategic Execution Team initiative, a two-year project to realign FBI intelligence functions.

Ms. Heck graduated from James Madison University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Science degree in political science. Additionally, she earned a Master of Arts in homeland security and defense studies from the Naval Postgraduate School.

Louisville EMA

In Louisville, A.J. ‘Bud’ Fekete has spent his career promoting emergency preparedness among local residents. In addition to conducting extensive hazmat and emergency management training across the United States, he has also worked as a firefighter and in emergency management and public health.

In 1986, Mr. Fekete retired as deputy chief from the Louisville Division of Fire and Rescue. Thereafter, he worked with the Louisville Metro Emergency Management Agency (EMA), where he was promoted to assistant director. In 2002, Mr. Fekete retired from Louisville EMA and was hired by the Louisville Metro Health Department, where he continues to serve as an authority on community response to consequence management in the event of a terrorist attack. In cooperation with the Center for Disease Control, Mr. Fekete managed a training contract for the Community Based Emergency Response program. The training provided local responders a comprehensive look at bioterrorism and preparedness planning and response. At the request of other communities, Mr. Fekete’s team traveled to Alaska, Hawaii, Arizona, Cincinnati, and Indiana to provide the training.

Mr. Fekete, along with the Louisville special agent in charge, serves as co-chair for the Louisville Metro/Jefferson County WMD Executive Crisis Group—a collaborative effort between public safety and public health officials from federal, state, and local government agencies to plan for and respond to terrorist events involving weapons of mass destruction in the metro area. The group has been recognized as a model program for communities across the country and, in 1999, briefed then-Attorney General Janet Reno on the organization and their success.

Mr. Fekete has led Louisville Metro in the Cities Readiness Initiative. Through this program, the community has become better prepared in protecting itself during health emergencies.

Young Life Memphis

In Memphis, Pastor Eli T. Morris serves as a chaplain for the FBI and, through his work with Hope Presbyterian Church, works to discourage teens from gangs, drugs, and violence.

Born and raised in Memphis, Dr. Morris spent 11 years on the staff of Young Life Memphis, a non-denominational Christian organization that works with teens. For eight of those years, he worked as the urban director, helping youth find healthy alternatives to gang life and violence.

In 1989, Dr. Morris left Young Life to join the staff of Hope Presbyterian Church, which at the time had only 120 parishioners. Today, Hope is the largest Presbyterian Church in the United States.

In addition to teaching and preaching at Hope, Dr. Morris remains committed to serving the city’s urban core. He was the first executive director of the Memphis Center for Urban Theological Studies and has served as an adjunct professor, helping urban leaders access theological education.

Dr. Morris was also the first executive director of the Urban Youth Initiative, which works to equip, empower, and support dedicated youth ministers and the local church community to effectively reach urban youth in Memphis.

He is also a founder and current chairman of Oasis of Hope, a Christian community development corporation in North Memphis. He has served on the board of directors for the STREETS Ministry, the Neighborhood Christian Center, Luke 4:18 Ministries, and MIFA Emergency Services.

Teen Angels

In New Jersey, Parry Aftab has worked with the FBI and the Newark Division since the 1999 inception of Newark’s Innocent Images Initiative.

Ms. Aftab, a noted author, child advocate, attorney, and leading authority on security, privacy, and cyber law, is the founder and executive director of wiredsafety.org. In addition to writing and promoting the first law enforcement investigator’s guide for social networks, Ms. Aftab also helped create MTV’s “A Thin Line” campaign, which educates teens about cyber safety.

In an effort to keep kids safe online, Ms. Aftab created a cyber safety initiative for the Girl Scouts, which has since educated 2.5 million girls regarding online safety. In addition, she drafted the Teen Angels Program, which allows teens to train for two years to become cyber crime prevention and cyber safety experts. Graduates of the Teen Angels Program go on to train their peers and have helped advise law enforcement agencies, including the FBI.

Currently, Ms. Aftab is creating a law enforcement cyber safety training portal for Ontario law enforcement agencies in Canada, and has created presentation materials and resources for law enforcement worldwide to be used in community outreach programs.

Throughout her career, Ms. Aftab has proven to be a tireless advocate for children. In 1999, UNESCO recruited her to lead its sexual exploitation of children awareness campaign, Innocence in Danger. When the program was not funded as planned, she continued her work without funding.

In 2001, she was asked to meet with the White House to help address the growing fear that children of Middle Eastern descent would be targeted by hate groups in the aftermath of 9/11. In response, she organized the E-Mail to America project, inspiring her clients and supporters to create a portal where children across the world could voice their fears and concerns.

Courage to be You

Jenny Williamson works with victims of human trafficking and helps educate the community about sex trafficking of minors. She has also led a fundraising campaign to purchase a ranch that can house young girls who have been rescued from a life of prostitution.

Currently, there are no other similar homes in Northern California for girls who are rescued from trafficking. With no place to go, many victims must be charged with a crime and taken to juvenile hall—the only safe group “house” that currently exists.

The founder and CEO of the non-profit Courage to be You, Ms. Williamson works to “equip, encourage, and empower individuals to discover their God-given purpose.” She bases her work on the principle that before any individual can recognize their potential and discover their purpose, their most basic human needs must be met.

Ms. Williamson believes that the world is changed one individual at a time. As a professionally trained life coach, former women’s ministry director, conference speaker, workshop leader, business owner, wife, mother, and very passionate cheerleader of those wanting to embark on a journey of purpose and passion, Ms. Williamson believes that discovering and fulfilling one’s unique purpose is the adventure of a lifetime.

Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization

Since 1976, the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) has empowered more than 100,000 refugees and legal immigrants to successfully integrate into American society. IRCO has been a national leader in promoting community cooperation, education and crime prevention efforts, and youth services.

IRCO leads the way in offering educational and crime prevention programs. It holds workshops on public safety, the legal system, and emergency services for newly arrived refugees. IRCO has also been instrumental in helping immigrants and refugees become engaged in the civic process through its innovative Civic Engagement Program. This is a four-month program in which community leaders agree to put aside their fears of government in order to be more informed and engaged citizens. It is through educational workshops such as these that IRCO is helping to develop community cooperation and change negative perceptions of government and law enforcement in the immigrant and refugee communities.

Additionally, IRCO has played a key role in the state of Oregon in developing programs for local youth, including mentoring, employment, and gang prevention services. IRCO’s goal is to increase graduation rates while lowering criminal activity, truancy, and substance abuse. For instance, a recent effort placed 228 young people between the ages of 16 and 24 in summer jobs within the city of Portland, private businesses, and non-profit organizations. The youth were at risk for or experiencing homelessness, criminal activity, exposure to gangs, teen pregnancy, foster care, runaway status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. In 2006, IRCO created a Youth Gang Prevention Program to address the growing gang problem and gang violence. Nearly 4,000 youth have benefited from these services.

Sokhom Tauch is the executive director of IRCO. In his 34 years of work with IRCO, he has helped to grow IRCO into an organization that serves more than 45 ethnicities with more than 60 different languages. Under Tauch’s leadership, IRCO continues to provide exemplary immigrant assistance programs to address Oregon’s growing refugee and immigrant populations.

Marin City

Bridge the Gap College Prep provides comprehensive educational support for children in Marin City, with the goal that every Marin City child remains and excels in school, graduates from high school, and completes college.

Since its inception in 1995, Bridge the Gap College Prep has been leading Marin City students to realize academic achievement through its extended learning program, evening tutoring, and other initiatives.

To date, more than 275 children—most living in generational poverty—have improved their academic performance through Bridge the Gap’s programs. By keeping children engaged in academics, Bridge the Gap College Prep programs have prevented many of the city’s most vulnerable children from being lured into violent street gangs, substance/drug abuse, juvenile delinquency, and/or criminal behavior.

Marin City is predominately comprised of minority communities who reside in high-density Section 8 housing. Residents experience high unemployment rates and live in a high-crime area, evidenced by the fact that 65 percent of the total number of calls served by the Marin County Sheriff’s Office resolve to Marin City.

FBI employees regularly volunteer as tutors for the program and have personally experienced the impact Bridge the Gap College Prep programs have on disadvantaged youth.

KENS 5 Excel Award

Deborah Knapp is an award-winning television news journalist who demonstrates a strong commitment to community, law enforcement, and the FBI. Ms. Knapp has been an anchorwoman at CBS affiliate KENS 5 TV since 1987. Her numerous national and international assignments include covering Hurricane Katrina and the aftermath in New Orleans, the tragedy at Columbine, and the funeral of Pope John Paul II.

Ms. Knapp has been instrumental in developing partnerships between the community and her television station. When gang violence was escalating across the city, Ms. Knapp produced a series of special reports entitled Keep Our Kids Safe, which brought community leaders together in televised forums to solicit community input and support.

In 1999, she helped launch the KENS 5 Excel Award, recognizing an outstanding public school teacher from every local district. Education and community service are important to Ms. Knapp, and in 1994, she established a scholarship at her alma mater, The University of Texas. Each year, a San Antonio student who has demonstrated a commitment to community is awarded the Deborah Knapp Scholarship to help pay for his or her education. Active in the community, Ms. Knapp is currently serving on the boards of the Boy Scouts of America, the FBI San Antonio Citizens’ Academy Alumni Association, the Chamber Orchestra of San Antonio, and the Las Misiones Capital Campaign, which raises money to restore San Antonio's historic missions.

A 2008 graduate of the FBI’s Citizens’ Academy, Ms. Knapp produced a number of news stories about her experience attending the class. In March 2010, she traveled to the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia to film a series that focused on the Behavioral Science Unit’s development of the Evil Minds Research Museum, which is dedicated to understanding serial killers.

Ms. Knapp has also been instrumental in establishing the FBI San Antonio Citizens’ Academy Alumni Association (CAAA) chapter. She served as secretary for the interim CAAA board and currently sits on the board of directors and chairs the program committee. Her commitment to the chapter has reaped great benefits for the FBI—in less than a year, 80 Citizens’ Academy graduates have become members of the alumni chapter.

CARE Centers

Dr. Earl Sutherland, Jr. is a clinical child psychologist who also serves as the director for the Child and Adolescent Referral and Evaluation (CARE) Centers located on the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservations in Montana. In this capacity, he utilizes proactive and innovative approaches to address the prevention of child sexual abuse and family violence by providing a variety of services to children and families.

Through his work, Dr. Sutherland has made a multi-generational impact on a significant social problem in the Native American community, helping to prevent sexual abuse and family violence.

Dr. Sutherland’s work with the CARE Centers started in April 2007, when he opened the first center on the Crow Indian Reservation. The child advocacy foundation offers specialized diagnostic counseling, behavioral health services, and medical services to children who have been impacted by violent crime. The success with the first center resulted in the opening of the second location on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation in January 2010. Both centers assist law enforcement by responding to investigations of child sexual abuse involving multiple perpetrators.

In an effort to reach more people and assist other communities, Dr. Sutherland is sharing his expertise by providing training for every Indian reservation in Montana and for other tribes across the country.

M.A.N. U.P.

Travis Terrell Gabriel, Safe Coordinator with Orange County Schools, works as a positive role model to at-risk youth. Six years ago, he started Modeling Alternatives to Negative and Undesirable Perceptions, or M.A.N. U.P., which is used by the State Attorney’s Office as a diversion program, allowing first-time offenders a chance to avoid formal prosecution if diversion requirements are successfully completed.

The six-week program for at-risk males teaches young men values including discipline, respect, motivation, honesty, and becoming positive assets to society.

Growing up in a high-crime, poverty-stricken area of Miami, Mr. Gabriel was raised by a single mother who died a day after his 16th birthday in connection with alcoholism and domestic violence. In 2003, Mr. Gabriel graduated from the University of Central Florida and made it his priority to positively influence at-risk young males.

To date, Mr. Gabriel has educated more than 400 young men and has an estimated 80 percent success rate of keeping participants from re-entering the juvenile system. He receives no financial compensation for running the program.