Partnership for Southern Equity
Sterling Johnson has a diverse work experience that spans various industries and roles. Sterling recently served as the Just Opportunity Portfolio Director at the Partnership for Southern Equity, where they worked to promote economic inclusion and equity among diverse communities and vulnerable populations. Prior to this, they were the Head of Public Policy at GovLia, a role in which they likely focused on shaping public policy and advocating for societal change. As the Director of Public Policy at Griffin & Strong, P.C., Sterling was responsible for leading policy initiatives, and as the Deputy Project Manager, they managed projects within the firm. Sterling also has experience in the public sector, having worked as a Court Liaison and Protect and Placement Specialist in Clayton County. Additionally, they worked as an Instructional Assistant at The Museum School of Avondale Estates and as a Counselor at the City of Decatur Children and Youth Services. Prior to commencing their professional career, Sterling was a student athlete at Furman University.
Sterling Johnson earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Sociology from Furman University between the years 2007 and 2011. Subsequently, between 2013 and 2015, Johnson pursued a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) degree in Planning and Economic Development from the Georgia State University - Andrew Young School of Policy Studies. In addition to these degrees, Johnson obtained a Case Management certification from the Georgia Department of Human Resources in March 2014. As for additional certifications, Johnson obtained a Master Compliance Administrator (MCA) certification from Morgan State University, although the exact date of completion is unknown.
Partnership for Southern Equity
As metropolitan Atlanta and the American South undergo major demographic and economic shifts Partnership for Southern Equity (PSE) works to address issues of growth and access because of the disproportionate burdens they impose on vulnerable communities. PSE is leading the way in helping to change and frame policy conversations by partnering with decision makers and community stakeholders to realize equitable policies and outcomes that benefit everyone. Through the leadership of PSE and its partners thoughtful conversations have evolved into collective action because PSE understands the critical need to articulate and promote equity as the superior growth model when broaching these issues to local organizations, community and business leaders, governmental entities and regional organizations.