Staff Narrative:

Samantha is originally from Port Au Prince, Haiti, where she spent the first decade of her life. At the age of 10, she moved to Fort Myers, Florida. She later relocated to Daytona Beach, Florida, to attend Bethune-Cookman University, where she graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a minor in Sociology.

Before moving to Boston, Samantha worked as a Child Protection Investigator for the State of Florida. She then pursued her Masters in Social Work at Boston College’s Graduate School of Social Work, graduating in 2015 with a certification in Trauma-Informed Practice.

In Boston, Samantha worked for Reach Beyond Domestic Violence in Waltham, MA, before dedicating herself full-time to Fathers’ Uplift alongside Dr. Daniels. Her dedication and passion have been instrumental in the growth and success of the organization.

Samantha’s greatest personal accomplishment is the birth of her son, Clayton. She describes it as a privilege and blessing to be his mother, highlighting the joy he brings to her life.

Professionally, Samantha looks up to Michelle Obama as a role model. She is inspired by Michelle’s poise, grace, and remarkable achievements. Samantha would love to invite Michelle Obama to dinner with her family to learn from her experiences and insights.

When she’s not in the office at Fathers’ UpLift, Samantha enjoys spending time at home with her son, Clayton, and her husband, Dr. Daniels.

Why Fathers’ UpLift? Samantha’s commitment to supporting fathers and their families drives her work at Fathers’ UpLift. She believes in the organization’s mission to provide essential resources and support to fathers in need.

If I could invite anyone to dinner, it would be: Michelle Obama. Samantha admires her and would ask her many questions to gain as much wisdom and inspiration as possible.