Leadership Transition Announcement

It is with excitement that the Board of Directors announces a leadership change at The Safe Sisters Circle. Our Founder and Executive Director, Alana C. Brown, Esq, has transitioned from The Safe Sisters Circle, and is embarking on her next chapter after more than five years of service.

Alana started The Safe Sisters Circle with a vision and goal to serve Black women survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault East of the River in Washington, DC. Since the inception of The Safe Sisters Circle, the organization has expanded its work to include mental health services and being a voice nationally for Black women survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. We thank Alana for her work and wish her the best in her next endeavor.

As we transition to a new chapter, we are grateful that Nel-Sylvia Guzman, Esq. will be stepping into the role of Acting Executive Director. Nel-Sylvia brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the organization's mission and values. 

Nel-Sylvia joined The Safe Sisters Circle in 2021 as Managing Attorney and has worked as our Director of Legal Services and Deputy Director over the last three years. We have full confidence in her ability to lead us through this transitional period with commitment and dedication to the mission and vision of The Safe Sisters Circle. Please join us in welcoming Nel-Sylvia to her new role. 

Together, let us continue to uphold the mission of The Safe Sisters Circle and work towards our shared goal of helping Black women survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault not just to survive, but to thrive.