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Our Miami Galentine’s Luncheon was a beautiful afternoon with a touching message of connection and impact! We are so grateful to our generous sponsors and every attendee who showed up with open hearts to help make a difference for the kids and families we serve in Miami-Dade. Watch the event recap below and be sure to view the full photo album. We hope to see you at next year’s Galentine’s Day!
Melissa is the Permanency Roundtable Program & Prevention Director at Florida Foster Care Review (FFCR). Since joining FFCR in 2018 as a Permanency Roundtable Specialist, she has grown through several key roles before stepping into her current leadership position.
Melissa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences with a minor in Human Services from the University of Florida. Her child welfare career began in 2013 and includes roles as a Visitation Specialist, Dependency Case Manager, and Transitioning Youth Specialist, supporting young people in foster care as they prepared for adulthood.
Driven by compassion, authenticity, and a deep personal commitment to this work, Melissa is a passionate advocate for ensuring every child and youth has permanent, stable connections and the opportunity to shape their own future. Known for her “by any means necessary” approach, she grounds her work in faith and purpose—believing that “If you’re not living on the edge, you’re taking up too much space.”