2024/2025

Board of Directors

IDEA Training Collaborative is a forward-thinking non-profit organization that provides inclusive, diverse, equitable, affordable and practical training for shelter, housing, drop-in and social service sector workers, in addition to those who support vulnerable populations. Our training also extends to managers, peer workers, volunteers, students in job placements, and agency board members. We are continuously looking for volunteer board members with community-based expertise in any of the following areas: finance, fundraising, anti-racism/anti-oppression, policy development, training, community programs, course development and human resources.

Parvin Merchant - Board Member

Parvin Merchant

Board Member

Patrick Brennan - Treasurer

Patrick Brennan

Treasurer

Pablo Escobar - Board Member

Pablo Escobar

Board Member

Marty Petrovich - Co-Chair

Marty Petrovich

Co-Chair

Laura Awosanya - Chair

Laura Awosanya

Chair

Cynthia Lewis - Board Member

Cynthia Lewis

Board Member

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Office Closed Tomorrow

June 12, 2026

Please note that our physical office will be closed for the day tomorrow. If you were planning to visit in person, we kindly ask that you hold off, as no one will be on site.

The good news is we’re still fully operational remotely and happy to help. You can reach us anytime by phone or email, and we’ll get back to you right away.

Thank you for your understanding!