Governance
The people behind the work.
A small group of practitioners, researchers, and stewards who keep the foundation accountable to its mission and to the people we serve.
Board Chair & Co-Founder
Dr. Aurelia Mendez
Aurelia spent two decades in family medicine before turning her attention full-time to relational education. She holds a doctorate in clinical psychology.
Executive Director
James Reagan
James leads the foundation's operations and partnerships. A long-time advocate of attachment-informed community work.
Director of Community Stewardship
Reverend Tomas Ifeanyi
Tomas oversees facilitator training and ensures the work stays grounded in the lived experience of the people we serve.
Research Advisor
Dr. Hannah Lin
Hannah translates emerging attachment research into curriculum and program evaluation methodology.