Kerron Norman has extensive experience in the social services sector. Kerron currently serves as the Chief Program Officer at Lutheran Social Services of New York since 2018. Previously, they held the role of Vice President and Chief Program Officer at ANDRUS from 2015 to 2018, where they played a crucial role in organizational development and maintained strong external relationships. Kerron also served as the Vice President for Community Based Programs at ANDRUS from 2012 to 2015, overseeing various mental health and community service divisions. Prior to this, they worked as the Director of Child Welfare at Westchester County Department of Social Services from 2006 to 2012, where they proposed and implemented effective plans for child welfare programs. Kerron also has experience working at the NYC Administration for Children's Services, where they served as the Deputy Director of Child Protection from 2002 to 2006 and as a Child Protective Manager from 1999 to 2002.
Kerron Norman completed the Executive Leadership Institute from the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities in 2020. Additionally, Kerron holds a Master of Science degree in Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice from Columbia University - Columbia School of Social Work. Kerron also obtained an Executive Education Training Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership from Fordham University. Furthermore, Kerron has a Certified Field Instructor certification in Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) from Fordham University. Kerron's undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Binghamton University. In 2020, Kerron also obtained a certification in Insights for Innovation from IDEO.
Lutheran Social Services of New York
Today, in addition to caring for children, Lutheran Social Services of New York enables individuals to reach their full potential through its LIFE (Lutheran Initiatives for Enrichment) service programs. The agency helps seniors live independently, provides families for children, arranges safe and affordable housing, maintains hunger prevention centers and provides services for immigrants and refugees. Lutheran Social Services of New York draws on its heritage of hope for all people and looks back at a rich history of growth and development. We look ahead to the creation of new and expanded programs and services that give LIFE to individuals, families and communities. Together with you, we share Christ’s blessings with people in need. Each year, the agency helps thousands of people lead healthier, happier, safer and more successful lives, regardless of age, economic status, creed or race. LSSNY has been strengthening lives, families and communities for more than 125 years. This has been made possible through the work of dedicated staff, committed volunteers, and supportive congregations and communities. Lutheran Social Services of New York has its roots in the Bethlehem Home for Orphans, founded in 1886 by Lutheran church leaders. Thus began the Lutheran presence in what would become an organized effort at child welfare in New York and would result in the creation of Lutheran Social Services of New York. Our combined LIFE services touch more than 25,000 people annually.