About Us

Our organization strives to break down barriers and stop the stigma associated with incarceration through technical assistance, consulting services, educational conferences, and business support programs.

Vision

A society where all individuals have equal opportunities to thrive, learn, and lead. Empowered to contribute positively to their communities without the stigma or limitations from their past.

Mission

To promote education, empowerment, and entrepreneurship among incarcerated learners and individuals. Our organization strives to break down barriers and stop the stigma associated with incarceration through consulting services, educational conferences, and business support programs.

Executive Board Members

Dr. Lowell C. Matthews

President

Adeola Adeniyi

Chief Financial Officer

Dr. Gamini Hewawasam

Board Chair

Siesonn Fontaine

Secretary

Our Team

Dr. Lowell C. Matthews

President cmatthews@mokse.org

Adeola Adeniyi

Chief Financial Officer adeniyi@mokse.org

Ben Wright

Stop the Stigma Director wright@mokse.org

Ariel Castay

Marketing Coordinator castay@mokse.org

Juaniqua Tippens

Operations Director tippens@mokse.org

Kat Hannah

Community Coordinator hannah@mokse.org

Liam Carlen

Marketing Intern carlen@mokse.org

Kayla Strevel

Volunteer Coordinator strevel@mokse.org

Our Partners

Join us in creating meaningful change through collaborative projects and shared resources.