ADVISORY COMMITTEE

ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Justine Pena

Advocate

Justine Pena is a native of Virginia Beach, VA. She currently possess a Bachelors degree in Applied Behavioral Science & a Masters degree in Education with a specialization in Family & Community. Both were received from Ashford University. Justine is a realtor in the Hampton Roads area & she loves to play the flute in her spare time. She is also a volunteer for her church “Wave”. Her passion for helping others through her own experience has led her to be an advocate for Purple Service Announcement. She often says, “it’s an alignment with my own heart’s passion”. She believes that her passion is fundamental to others & we only keep what we have, by giving it away!

Tiffany Weeks

Advocate

Tiffany was born in Arlington, VA and moved to Hampton Roads area, where she has lived for about 15 years. Tiffany’s interests and hobbies include being active outdoors, traveling,  cooking, as well as health and nutrition. Tiffany takes a holistic approach to life and believes in the importance of being physically, mentally, and spiritually well.

Tiffany graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University (Richmond, VA) in 2010 and is currently pursuing her MSW at Walden University. After she obtains her MSW, she plans to obtain her LCSW and pursue macro social work, advocating for change through policies and legislation.

Tiffany has over 10+ years working with children and adults within the mental health population and has a passion for serving at-risk and  underprivileged communities. Tiffany is a licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional- Adults (QMHP-A) and is currently  employed as a substance abuse case manager with WTCSB. Tiffany spends majority of her time going on adventures with her pre-teen son, traveling or studying.