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The team behind the work

A multidisciplinary group of researchers, clinicians, and community partners — united by the belief that prevention is possible and support should be within reach.

Maya Okafor, PhD

Director & Principal Investigator

Leads the lab's research program, translating prevention science into practice with community and clinical partners.

Implementation science Youth prevention

Elias Romero, PhD

Associate Director & Clinical Lead

Directs clinical training and studies of how evidence-based care is adopted and sustained in real settings.

Safety planning Means safety

Priya Nadella, MPH

School Programs Lead

Designs and evaluates school programs, partnering closely with educators, counselors, and families.

School-based prevention Screening

Jordan Reyes, PhD

Research Scientist

Builds privacy-first tools and practical measures, and leads the lab's data and evaluation work.

Measurement Digital tools

Sam Whitecloud, MSW

Community Partnerships Manager

Cultivates trusted, lasting partnerships and coordinates community-engaged research.

Partnerships Postvention

Aisha Bello, BA

Project Coordinator

Coordinates studies with care and precision, ensuring every participant feels respected and supported.

Operations Participant care

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