Lauraliz Morales-Silva

Lauraliz Morales-Silva is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in program management and community engagement. Currently serving as the Director of Programs at FPWA since March 2020, Lauraliz leads the Ending the Poverty to Prison Pipeline Trauma-Informed Care demonstration project while facilitating training sessions and managing external partnerships. Prior experience includes roles at the Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation, where responsibilities ranged from Community Engagement Specialist to Self-Sufficiency Coordinator, focusing on domestic violence services and client support. Lauraliz began a career in publishing with organizations such as Simon and Schuster and HarperCollins Publishers, gaining expertise in sales coordination, editorial support, and production assistance. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Publishing from Pace University and specialized training in community interpretation for victim services.