Bill > PR26-0492

This resolution concerns the confirmation of Dr. Prechelle Shannon to the Corrections Information Council (CIC) Governing Board. Dr. Shannon is a highly accomplished mental health and criminal justice professional with over two decades of experience, holding multiple advanced degrees including a Doctor of Criminal Justice and several professional licenses and certifications. Her professional background includes extensive work in corrections, mental health, substance abuse treatment, and rehabilitation programming, with significant experience in areas such as Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) implementation, trauma-informed care, and re-entry services. She has worked in various roles, including positions with the District of Columbia Department of Corrections, New York City Department of Corrections, and as a consultant for multiple organizations. The resolution includes a detailed review of her professional qualifications by the Executive Office of the Mayor's Office of the General Counsel, which found the resolution legally unobjectionable. Dr. Shannon is also the founder of 4TRUTH, a consulting firm focused on improving correctional practices, and serves as the Chief Wellness Officer for the Mindflower Group, a virtual therapy organization. Her professional focus emphasizes culturally responsive, evidence-based approaches to criminal justice, mental health, and rehabilitation.

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https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/PR26-0492