We are pleased to announce that Melissa McDermott (she/her) has joined WIT as our new Prevention Education and Outreach Director.
Melissa is a mission-based leader with over 10 years of experience working in the non-profit sector and in victim services. She began her career working in intimate partner violence, serving in both direct service and in administrative roles. She has a track record of increasing social and organizational impact by driving trauma-informed and evidence-based practices through conducting program evaluation and development.
"I am excited to be a part of the WIT team and to be part of the Prevention and Education effort for Intimate Partner Violence in the city of Philadelphia," said Melissa.
Melissa earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Thomas Jefferson University and a Certificate in Trauma Studies from Lakeside Global Institute. Her passion for trauma prevention and healing drive both her professional and personal purpose.
Beyond her non-profit work, Melissa is a trained Yoga teacher and believes that the commitment to non-violence is important in all relationships, including the relationship one has with one’s self.