Kat’s journey in disrupting parts of the criminal legal system began with personal experiences, including having a formerly incarcerated father. This foundational root has fueled her dedication to investing in communities and divesting from systems that exacerbate harm. With a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan, her dedication to create positive social change led her to work with various public defender organizations, including the Neighborhood Defender Service of Detroit and the Ingham County Office of the Public Defender, where she served as a Criminal Defense Social Worker. In addition to her professional work, Kat is deeply engaged in community-based leadership roles, dedicated to amplifying the voices of historically marginalized communities and making a lasting impact on justice-impacted individuals and their communities. Kat is currently supervising the MSW Interns for FedUp. Kat is also running for Washtenaw County Commissioner District 6! Vote Kat for County!
