Valerie C. Smith

Valerie C. Smith currently serves as the Vice President of NYC Programs at Westhab, Inc., since May 2017, where responsibilities include overseeing programs and services for homeless clients and providing support to Program Directors. Valerie's previous experience includes serving as Vice President at Exodus Transitional Community, Inc., where oversight was provided for programs supporting formerly incarcerated individuals, and as Deputy Program Administrator at Acacia Network, ensuring compliance for homeless shelters. Valerie's extensive background at Covenant House New York includes roles such as Director of Human Resources, Director of Community Programs, and Deputy Director, among others, contributing to program development, compliance, and staff training. Valerie holds a Master's degree in Afro-American/Africana Studies and Education and a Bachelor's degree in Afro-American Studies and Criminal Justice from the University at Albany.