Meet our Executive Team and Board of Directors
Natasha Ramberg, MSW - Board President
Cynthia Queen, RN Treasurer
Barbara I. Johnson, B.S., M.Ed. Board Secretary
Ms. Ramberg has over 20 years of Public Health experience in nonprofit, governmental, and community-based programs. She is the Director of Business Operations for Accent Care Hospice and Palliative Care of Maryland.
She has served as the Branch Director for AARP Foundation’s Experience Corps Baltimore program. the Chief of Community Serv
Ms. Ramberg has over 20 years of Public Health experience in nonprofit, governmental, and community-based programs. She is the Director of Business Operations for Accent Care Hospice and Palliative Care of Maryland.
She has served as the Branch Director for AARP Foundation’s Experience Corps Baltimore program. the Chief of Community Services for the Baltimore City Health Department’s Division of Aging Services, the Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program Director, and the Community Program Officer for the city-wide implementation of the B’more for Healthy Babies (BHB) initiative.
She serves as Board Chair for Community Advocates 4 You (CAFY), Board Chair of Banner Neighborhoods. She is a board member for Bridges to Housing Stability, Maryland Center on Economic Policy (MDCEP), and the Memory and Aging Community Advisory Board (MACAB).
She received her MSW from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and her BA in Early Childhood Psychology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Interdisciplinary Leadership at Creighton University. She is the proud mom of two (Alyssa and James) and resides in Odenton, Maryland.
Barbara I. Johnson, B.S., M.Ed. Board Secretary
Cynthia Queen, RN Treasurer
Barbara I. Johnson, B.S., M.Ed. Board Secretary
Mrs. Johnson received her undergraduate degree from Morgan State University and her graduate degree in School Improvement and Leadership from Goucher College. She is a retiree from the Baltimore County Public School System having had 36 years of experience as both an elementary classroom teacher and assistant principal. During her tenure
Mrs. Johnson received her undergraduate degree from Morgan State University and her graduate degree in School Improvement and Leadership from Goucher College. She is a retiree from the Baltimore County Public School System having had 36 years of experience as both an elementary classroom teacher and assistant principal. During her tenure with the public school system, Mrs. Johnson also served as an IEP Chairperson for 22 years. She earned a solid reputation with her colleagues for developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents and for her exceptional knowledge of the special education process. Mrs. Johnson also has an Autistic grandson which makes her extremely passionate about creating a bridge between home and school that is based upon mutual understanding, collaboration, and research- based interventions. Her mission is to empower families to make informed educational decisions that positively impact children’s academic lives
Cynthia Queen, RN Treasurer
Cynthia Queen, RN Treasurer
Cynthia Queen, RN Treasurer
Cynthia is a Registered Nurse with over 51 years experience. She has a MSN in Nursing Education and a Naval Post Graduate Certificate in Modeling and Healthcare Simulation. She specialized in ER, Critical Care, Interventional Radiology and nursing education. She retired in 2020 from the Veterans Administration Medical Center. Her pass
Cynthia is a Registered Nurse with over 51 years experience. She has a MSN in Nursing Education and a Naval Post Graduate Certificate in Modeling and Healthcare Simulation. She specialized in ER, Critical Care, Interventional Radiology and nursing education. She retired in 2020 from the Veterans Administration Medical Center. Her passion is mentoring youth and young adults. She has been a youth leader over 35 years at 2 churches.
Adrienne Barnes, Esquire - Parent Advisory Board Member
Christine Mallory-Johnson, LCSW-C - Parent Advisory Board Member
Adrienne Barnes, Esquire - Parent Advisory Board Member
Adrienne Barnes is an attorney for a major health care system within the United States that provides care to patients and seeks to improve the health of the community and the world through setting a standard of excellence in clinical care.
As an expert in health care law, Mrs. Barnes advises on a wide range of matters. She is passionate
Adrienne Barnes is an attorney for a major health care system within the United States that provides care to patients and seeks to improve the health of the community and the world through setting a standard of excellence in clinical care.
As an expert in health care law, Mrs. Barnes advises on a wide range of matters. She is passionate about the intersection of special education law and empowerment of families to speak up about the power of neurodiversity and inclusion.
Eva Queen - Executive Director
Christine Mallory-Johnson, LCSW-C - Parent Advisory Board Member
Adrienne Barnes, Esquire - Parent Advisory Board Member
Eva Queen is a consummate administrative professional. Her professional career includes Day Habilitation Director, Office Manager, Director of Business Management, and professional Sign Language Interpreter. Eva has supported individuals and families within the disabilities community for over 30 years.
Christine Mallory-Johnson, LCSW-C - Parent Advisory Board Member
Christine Mallory-Johnson, LCSW-C - Parent Advisory Board Member
Christine Mallory-Johnson, LCSW-C - Parent Advisory Board Member
Christine Johnson is a full-time licensed Clinical Social Worker for two major healthcare systems within Baltimore city. Christine’s work on multidisciplinary teams help to coordinate care for her clients.
Christine's support for her own children with ADHD, and seeing their successes, as well as her professional experiences helping other
Christine Johnson is a full-time licensed Clinical Social Worker for two major healthcare systems within Baltimore city. Christine’s work on multidisciplinary teams help to coordinate care for her clients.
Christine's support for her own children with ADHD, and seeing their successes, as well as her professional experiences helping other families is what fuels her passion for community advocacy.
Mary Mallory - Advisory Board Member
Toni Fitzgerald - Advisory Board Member
Toni Fitzgerald - Advisory Board Member
Mary, a seasoned entrepreneur and community leader for over 30 years. She and her husband have worked tirelessly assisting displaced youth through a local foster care program since 1998.
Mary loves helping people, and has a true passion for training, advocating, and supporting her community.
Community Advocates 4 You, Inc. is fortunate
Mary, a seasoned entrepreneur and community leader for over 30 years. She and her husband have worked tirelessly assisting displaced youth through a local foster care program since 1998.
Mary loves helping people, and has a true passion for training, advocating, and supporting her community.
Community Advocates 4 You, Inc. is fortunate to have her voice as a parent, and professional on our Board.
Toni Fitzgerald - Advisory Board Member
Toni Fitzgerald - Advisory Board Member
Toni Fitzgerald - Advisory Board Member
Toni Fitzgerald has been a professional sign language interpreter and deaf advocate for over 25 years. Toni has also worked as Service Coordinator with the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA). She currently provides freelance interpreting services in Maryland and the US Virgin Islands.
Toni's experience with the deaf communi
Toni Fitzgerald has been a professional sign language interpreter and deaf advocate for over 25 years. Toni has also worked as Service Coordinator with the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA). She currently provides freelance interpreting services in Maryland and the US Virgin Islands.
Toni's experience with the deaf community will be an essential asset in our efforts to support access to services for all.
James Redditt - Advisory Board Member
Toni Fitzgerald - Advisory Board Member
James Redditt - Advisory Board Member
James comes to CA4Y after 25 years employment with the State of Maryland. James brings over 20 years of State Procurement experience, retiring as Deputy Procurement Director for the Department of Human Services in 2018. During his time at DHS, James oversaw several vital contracts, including Residential Child Care Services, Office of Home
James comes to CA4Y after 25 years employment with the State of Maryland. James brings over 20 years of State Procurement experience, retiring as Deputy Procurement Director for the Department of Human Services in 2018. During his time at DHS, James oversaw several vital contracts, including Residential Child Care Services, Office of Home Energy Programs, In-Home Aide Services, and Legal Representation for Children in Need of Assistance.