The Joyce Foundation
Louisa Aviles is an experienced professional in the fields of public policy, criminal justice, and violence prevention. Currently serving as a Senior Program Officer at The Joyce Foundation since January 2022, Aviles focuses on grantmaking for gun violence prevention and justice reform initiatives. Prior roles include leadership positions at the National Network for Safe Communities, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing group violence intervention efforts and managing site operations. Aviles has also made significant contributions as an advisor for the NYC Young Men's Initiative, an analyst for the New York City Police Department, and as a fellow in the prestigious NYC Urban Fellows Program. Educational achievements include a Bachelor's degree in Foreign Service from Georgetown University and a Master's degree in Criminal Justice from John Jay College.
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The Joyce Foundation
The Joyce Foundation supports the development of policies that both improve the quality of life for people in the Great Lakes region and serve as models for the rest of the country. We focus on today’s most pressing problems while also informing the public policy decisions critical to creating opportunity and achieving long-term solutions. The work is based on sound research and is focused on where we can add the most value. We encourage innovative and collaborative approaches with a regional focus and the potential for a national reach.