Carrie Burke

Carrie Burke possesses extensive experience in social services advocacy, particularly within the criminal defense sector. Currently serving as the Director of Social Services Advocacy for the Committee for Public Counsel Services since August 2009, Carrie oversees social services functions for the adult criminal defense unit. Prior to this role, positions included Supervising Social Services Advocate for the Northeast and Central/Western Regions, providing supervision and direct advocacy for indigent clients. Earlier career experiences include organizing work with the Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition and leading immigrant advocacy campaigns at the Irish Immigration Center. Carrie holds a Master of Social Work degree from Boston College and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Bard College, complemented by an Associate's degree from Bard College at Simon's Rock.