advocacy careers

Meet Our Team

Without our team of zealous advocates for justice, there would be no Gideon’s Promise. Take a moment to meet our team of criminal reform advocates, who fight everyday to keep the promise!

Jonathan Rapping

Founder/Chief Executive Officer

Fun Fact: I almost didn’t go to law school. Before making that decision, I spent time working at the Federal Reserve Board and earned a Master’s degree in economics.

 

llham Askia

Co-Founder

Fun Fact: I like to eat homemade macaroni and cheese with Frank’s Red-Hot Sauce. Yes, I am from Buffalo, NY!

Zanele Ngubeni

Director of Defender Development

Fun Fact: I am an introvert who loves people, and my favorite places to hide include hiking trails and grocery aisles.

Jo’Toria ‘Tori’ Snelling

Programs Sr. Administrative Assistant

Fun Fact: I enjoy experiencing new things with family and friends, especially, if it involves my love/passion for dance, music, theater and the outdoors.

 

Elyssa Baker

Project Management Specialist - Programs

Fun Fact: I took a four-day trek up the Incan Trail to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu.

 

SarahGrace Alexander

Project Management Specialist - Defender Development

Fun Fact: I enjoy traveling, and lived in Malawi for two years after college.

Nazem Rabadi

Finance & Operations Director

Fun Fact: For the past twenty years, I worked and lived in four countries across three continents.

Protecting This Promise

You don't have to be a public defender to protect the promise of zealous counsel for all. Your monthly contribution--no matter the amount--will directly impact the fate of a client accused of a crime, who didn't know they needed you.

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