Our Team
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Shineika Fareus is an anti-racist educator, a community organizer, and a transformative leader. A youth organizer since 2014, Shineika has always valued the importance of having access to equitable education. She is a co-founder of Hearing Youth Voices who became involved with the organization at the age of 15 as a youth researcher working alongside a team of young people on the organizations first official “We Want to Graduate” Campaign. Shineika is committed to the liberation of Black folks that necessitates the destruction of capitalism and imperialism.
Through her organizing work as a Program Associate at the Center For Youth & Community Leadership In Education at Roger Williams University, her role as a Co-Director-in-Training at Hearing Youth Voices, and as the previous Board Member at a Better Way Foundation, she believes and fights for a world where we choose the well-being of people over profits. In 2021 Shineika graduated with both a BA in political science and sociology and MA in Organizational Leadership. During her time at Gordon College, as the Student Body President, she provided strong leadership and advocacy that contributed to Gordon College’s first Black Studies Minor.
Shineika Fareus
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With a robust background in business management, finance, and cybersecurity, Wilkens brings a diverse skill set and extensive experience to the table. Wilkens has honed their expertise in financial reporting, transaction management, and client relations. His role involves preparing and reviewing transactions for multiple funds, managing expense schedules, and ensuring accurate financial reporting, including NAV preparation and bank reconciliation.
Wilkens’ professional journey includes notable roles such as a Traffic Controller at KFB & Associates Consulting, INC., where he ensured the safety and smooth operation of construction zones, and a Table Games Dealer at Foxwoods Resort Casino, where he excelled in delivering exceptional customer service in a high-paced environment. Additionally, Wilkens demonstrated his leadership and management skills as a Dual-rate Manager at Player’s Club, Mohegan Sun Casino, where he oversaw guest data management and operational quality.
Education has been a cornerstone of his career development. He recently completed the Google Cybersecurity Certificate from Coursera, further enhancing his proficiency in cybersecurity threats, risk management, and incident response.
Beyond their professional achievements, Wilkens is deeply committed to community service. He currently leads projects at the New London Haitian Hub Resource Center, focusing on immigration assistance, economic empowerment, and cultural preservation. Additionally, as a Deacon at Shekinah SDA Church, Wilkens contributes to church operations and community functions.
Fluent in Haitian Creole, French, and English, Wilkens leverages their linguistic skills and technical expertise in Microsoft Office, Python, SQL, and Linux to navigate complex challenges and drive positive outcomes.
Wilkens combines a passion for excellence with a commitment to service, making him a versatile and impactful professional in every endeavor they undertake.
