Coco Wheeler

Coco Wheeler, LMSW, holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology with a Letter in Social Work from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and a Master of Social Work focusing on Community Organization and Advocacy from CUNY-Hunter College. Coco began a social work career as a Crisis Intervention Worker and Case Planner at New York Foundling, followed by a Children's Corps Member role at Fostering Change for Children. Experience includes a Social Work Intern position at Footsteps, Inc., where responsibilities involved developing messaging and conducting research with ex-Orthodox individuals. Coco served as a Social Worker at Brooklyn Defender Services and has held multiple positions within True Colors United, culminating in the role of Senior Director of International Programs since September 2023. Skills encompass program management, crisis management, and advocacy for marginalized youth populations.