After nearly five years of serving this amazing organization and its inspiring community of scholars, advocates, and activists, I’ll be stepping down as executive director of the Center for Progressive Reform. I believe strongly in our mission, and this was a difficult decision, yet it feels right.
I am confident that the Center’s role in the movement as committed scholars and fierce advocates will continue to expand in reach and impact. Protecting people and defending democracy is a daunting challenge in this political moment, and the Center has never been more needed.
My colleagues James Goodwin and Catalina Gonzalez will serve as interim co-executive directors during the transition. Currently, James is Policy Director, and Catalina is Senior Policy Analyst and Climate Justice Lead. As most of you know, they bring wisdom, stature, continuity, and fierce commitment to our cause. I leave with a deep sense of assurance that the organization is in strong and capable hands. My last day is this Friday (November 14).
I want to express my appreciation for the solidarity and kindness that so many have shown me on this journey. To have contributed to the climate justice movement and to have supported its defense through a rigorous application of administrative law has been a source of great pride for me, particularly as I was a novice in both five years ago.
Despite the setbacks in national leadership, the stirrings of a progressive future are evident. I depart with a great sense of hope and optimism and a deep bow of respect and fondness for my staff colleagues who are relentless in their pursuit of truth, justice, and a healthy planet.
It has been a privilege and joy to accompany you in this struggle for justice and ecological sanity. Please, let’s stay connected. Click here to find and add me on LinkedIn.
