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About Target area

We Are

A leading social justice organization dedicated to empowering communities. Through our comprehensive R.O.M.E. approach – Research, Reentry, Organizing, Outreach, Mentoring, Mental Health, Education, Entertainment, & Enterprise –we address systemic oppression head-on.

 

Our community violence intervention and trauma-informed practices delve into root causes, fostering safer and more resilient communities. By forging strong partnerships and providing essential resources, we ensure critical needs are met, driving positive change and community thriving.

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Our Why

Since 1995, Target Area Development Corporation has been committed to creating safer cities by empowering and inspiring people to take action. We believe in the power of communities to solve their own challenges.

 

With offices across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and South Africa, we strive to build vibrant, thriving communities where every resident has access to social and financial equity. We exist to drive lasting change, knowing that empowered communities can overcome even the most persistent challenges. 

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meet our leadership

Meet the dedicated leaders driving the mission; committed to empowering communities and creating lasting change.

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Dr. MJ

Chief Operating Officer
Internal Executive Director

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Joshua Coakley

External Executive Director
VP of Funder & Partner Relations

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LaTasha Jackson

Chief of Staff
Director of Mentoring

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Dr. Seville Sawyer

Chief Programs Officer
Director of Research & Education

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Brent Johnson

Director of Outreach
LIN Coordinator

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Edward McBride

Director of Technology
Enterprise Facilities Manager

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Carlos Tate

Director of Outreach Field Operations

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Ericka West

Director of Company Culture & Community Engagement

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Princess Frazier

Finance Manager

Our Mission

Our mission is to create safer cities by inspiring and empowering people.

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Our Core values

Our core values reflect what we do and who we are; the driving force behind the mission to inspire and empower.

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Community

We express compassion for the
needs of the community around us.

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Advocacy

We champion equity and amplify the voices of our community to drive meaningful and lasting change.

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Respect

We respect the thoughts, feelings, and life experiences of all people.

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EMPOWERMENT

We empower people to reach for goals that will enhance their lives.

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