Melody JoAnne Centeno

Captivating keynotes and dynamic panels designed to inspire action and drive systemic change.
Conferences, Summits, Advocacy Forums, National and International Child Welfare Events Fireside Chats, Roundtables, and Panel Moderation Funders' Briefings and Philanthropy Events

Specialized, trauma-informed trainings for youth-serving organizations, schools, and agencies. Introduction to Performance-Based Practice™ Trauma-Informed Practices Through Creative Arts Youth Empowerment & Leadership Development Effective Strategies for Engaging At-Risk Youth Caregiver Training: Understanding Trauma and Healing
Field Instruction for Social Work Students
Certified to supervise undergraduate and graduate students through completion of the Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI).

Expert consultation to strengthen youth programming, agency development, and community engagement.
Strategic Program Development for Child Welfare Agencies Organizational Assessments: Youth Engagement + Trauma-Informed Readiness Foster Youth Policy & Advocacy Consulting (Bill of Rights, Policy Recommendations) Curriculum Development for Youth Empowerment Programs Nonprofit Startup Advising: Launching and Growing Impactful Organizations

Tailored services to support foster youth, child welfare alumni, and community healing efforts. Mentorship for Emerging Youth Leaders Community Healing Initiatives through Art, Storytelling, and Advocacy Workshop Series for Birth Parents, Foster Parents, and Caregivers

Lived Expertise — Former foster youth with firsthand experience navigating systems.
‍Professional Excellence — Licensed Master Social Worker, Adjunct Professor, and SIFI Certified Field Instructor.
‍Proven Models — Creator of Performance-Based Practice™, transforming trauma into resilience through creative arts.
National Thought Leader — Recognized voice in child welfare advocacy, youth empowerment, and nonprofit leadership.
‍Community Builder — Passionate about building bridges between families, agencies, funders, and youth.