WHO WE ARE
Behind Atlanta Victim Assistance, Inc. (AVA) stands a dedicated team of compassionate individuals united in their mission to support and empower survivors of crime.
Staff Listing
Administration
Zone Advocates
Zone 1 Advocate
Vacant
Investigation
Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Advocate
Chloe Elster
Programs
Identity Theft
Juanita Burgest
Email: jburgest@atlantaga.gov
Office: (404) 588-4744
Victims Compensation Advocate
Michelle Clark
Email: ja-mclark@atlantaga.gov
Cell: (404) 453-5571
School Based Advocate | Maynard Jackson & Carver STEAM High Schools
Deborah Johnson
Email: mun-deajohnson@atlantaga.gov
Cell: (678) 834-9337
Board of Directors
Bringing their diverse talents and expertise, members of our Board of Directors are key advocates for our organization. Their support and skillset enable our mission.
Ronda K. Graham, Chair
Office of the City Solicitor
Lindsay Caulfield
Grady Hospital
Jocelyn Dorsey
Retired Journalist (WSB-TV Channel 2)
Melvin Hewitt
Isenberg & Hewitt, P.C.
William Lawson
IT Resources
Sherifat E. Oluyemi
Law Office of Sheri Oluyemi, LLC
Benita Ransom
DeKalb County Government
Kevin Ross
The Law Practice of Kevin Ross
Pamela J. Smith
Smith Real Estate Services, Inc.
Vincent Velazquez
Velazquez Consultants
