Jewelyn Cosgrove

Jewelyn Cosgrove joined Melwood in 2021 as the Vice President of Government Relations, bringing with her 15 years of experience in public policy, lobbying, and advocacy.

Throughout her long career in the field, Jewelyn has been passionate about reimagining how organizations train, empower and recognize self-advocates. She leverages her vast experience in communications and government affairs to advance the stories of the unheard.

Cosgrove leads the effort to develop and maintain relationships with lawmakers at the federal, state, and local levels to advance and support policy priorities on behalf of Melwood and the communities they serve, including people with disabilities, injured veterans, and their support systems. Before arriving at Melwood, Cosgrove has worked on campaigns, in state government, for trade associations, and in media affairs.