Pronouns: Her
Executive Director

Contact: jaclyn@youngleaders-network.org

Jaclyn Cirinna is a leader in the Juvenile Justice Reform space Nationally and is passionate about creating opportunities for young people, especially those who are system impacted. Jaclyn serves to develop and ensure the organization's vision and mission statement are met. She ensures the future of the organization and executes administrative responsibilities for Young Leaders Network.

Key Responsibilities:

Organizational Building/ Sustainability: Works alongside Grant Writer to ensure sustainability. Works closely with consultants to ensure scope of work and organizational trajectory are aligned. Oversees consultants and contracts. 

Finance: Manages funder relationships. Oversees the organization’s budget per funder and budget per project. Meets with YLN’s fiscal sponsor to continue partnership in developing YLN. 

Communication & Engagement: Develops partnerships and outreach strategies that effectively communicate the organization's initiatives, ensuring meaningful engagement with the community. Manages communications with YLN network to share opportunities for young people. 

Jaclyn’s ability to lead with clarity and logic as well as emotional intelligence allows her work to be authentic and clear. She shows up well organized and holds the vision and mission of YLN to heart.

Connect with Jaclyn to work with Young Leaders Network or to become a Young Leader yourself!

Pronouns: He/His
Director of Outreach and Programs

Contact: benito@youngleaders-network.org

Benito Lopez-Sanchez is a mission-driven leader dedicated to fostering connections, empowering young leaders, and driving impactful outreach initiatives. With a strong background in youth advocacy and leadership development, he ensures programs align with the organization’s values and serve the community effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Leadership: Oversees the development and implementation of outreach programs, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and goals.

Mentorship & Youth Engagement: Leads the Young Leaders Network’s mentoring program, connecting young leaders with guidance, resources, and opportunities for growth.

Strategic Outreach: Builds and maintains relationships with stakeholders, partners, and community members to expand the organization's reach and impact.

Benito’s ability to balance strategic thinking with emotional intelligence allows him to lead with purpose and intention. Whether strengthening mentorship networks or expanding outreach efforts, he is committed to creating opportunities for lasting impact.

Pronouns: He/Him
Director Of Grants

Contact: jaleel@youngleaders-network.org

Jaleel Terrell is a dedicated and results driven leader with dependable experience in public administration, program coordination, budget analysis committed to cultivating connections to make effective changes and enhance youth lives. Proven success in forming strategic partnerships, while leading organizational development and juvenile social justice initiatives he ensures that programs align with community values to make effective changes within respective jurisdictions he works in. 

Key Responsibilities:

Grant Oversight : Oversees grants to ensure that they are used effectively and meet funders requirements.

Secure Funding: Works alongside the Executive Director to secure funding for both current and prospective Y.L.N programming.

Strategic Outreach: Builds and maintains relationships with current funders. Conducts outreach to prospective funders and donors to secure funding for Y.L.N .

Jaleel’s ability to balance his personal experiences with the juvenile justice system with his education allows him to lead with passion and intention. Whether it’s securing funding for Y.L.N or connecting with youth he is committed to  opportunities for the next generation.