“I am committed to continuing those efforts and addressing the harms of the past with compassion and healing that will allow Newark to grow as a place where families and communities thrive.”

— Mayor Ras J. Baraka

Empathy and integrity are key requirements of any member of OVPTR.

Duly trained in Trauma, Trust, Conflict, and Crisis Intervention to better serve communities and coordinate services with law enforcement.

Compassion

We aspire to relieve suffering through open-hearted and holistic engagements.

Community

We empower our residents to take part in restorative justice, and contributors to the well-being and health of the community. 

Caring

We commit to being consistently equitable, healing safe spaces in our city through innovative and effective strategies. 

Collaborations

Fostering synergy and collaborations with stakeholders, businesses, government, and universities to address the root of shared trauma in the City of Newark. Establishing the center as a national think tank on Violent Crime Reduction and Trauma Healing. 

MEET THE TEAM

  • Kyleesha Wingfield-Hill

    Director

  • Isaac Green

    Assistant Director

  • Farakhan Durant

    Executive Assistant / Chief Clerk

  • Vanisha D. McMillan

    Executive Assistant to Director

  • Sharon Armour

    Executive Assistance

  • Ta-Tanisha Harrell

    Senior Administrative Analyst