exalt
Luisa Bašić is an experienced professional in youth development and social services, currently serving as Alumni Manager at exalt since January 2022, where the focus is on empowering young individuals involved in the criminal justice system through skill development and support. Prior experience includes roles as Director at Brooklyn Community Services, overseeing community-driven programs at NYCHA centers, and as Director of Placement Prevention at Anglicare Sydney, providing early intervention support to vulnerable children and families. Luisa's background also encompasses partnership development in educational programs for youth and social service initiatives on Norfolk Island, alongside a solid foundation in case management and social research. Luisa holds a Master's degree in Public and Social Policy and a Bachelor's degree in Social Science from Macquarie University, with additional studies at Columbia Business School.
exalt
exalt* is premised on demonstrated success showing that substantive, supported internships can be powerful catalysts and incentives for youth to pursue their education and employment goals. Our mission is to transform the lives of youth along the spectrum of criminal justice involvement by equipping them with the skills and experience necessary to become self-sufficient, self-fulfilled, productive members of society. exalt fulfills this mission by providing a cohesive program with four components: employability and life skills training; paid internships in youths' fields of interest; post-internship skill development and support services; and an alumni network that provides ongoing access to education and career development support and resources.