Forum on Pennsylvania's Children

Jaime Cypher (we/she) has been the Children's Advocacy Coordinator at PCAR since 2021. Jaime provides training and resources to sexual assault services center staff across Pennsylvania and works with systems to promote best practices and support to youth victims in PA. Jaime has past experience working at a local PA victim services center as a children’s trauma counselor, Certified Trauma Professional, trainer, and housing advocate.  

Jaime’s work areas of focus and resources include children’s counseling, online safety, supporting youth who exhibit problematic sexual behavior, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, dual youth survivor support, trauma & grief, supporting LGBTQ survivors, mandatory reporting, and advocate care. She received her BS in Psychology from Slippery Rock University in 2016.  

Brandy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received her Master of Social Work degree from Temple University (2005), a post-graduate certificate in Autism Studies from Penn State (2008), and Chatham University’s Infant Mental Health Certificate (2011). Brandy has achieved both Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement® as a Policy Mentor.  Brandy is the Director of Cross-Sector IECMH Initiatives for the Pennsylvania Key, where she bridges the policy and programmatic work of the Office of Child Development and Early Learning and other state or regional initiatives focused on the birth to five population.  This work includes the implementation of statewide IECMH consultation services. She is currently a faculty member for Georgetown University’s Online Certificate in Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation as well as the volunteer Endorsement Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Association of Infant Mental Health.  All her roles, both paid and volunteer, are focused on promoting cross-sector collaborations and strategies on infant and early childhood mental health policy and practice. 

Jennifer C. Foxworthy was born and raised in York, Pennsylvania. Once she graduated high school from William Penn Senior High in 1991, she embarked on a journey that would lead her into an illustrious career serving in the United States Navy. Jennifer served her country proudly for 21 years (September 23, 1991 to April 30, 2013) retiring as a Chief Petty Officer (E-7). 
Jennifer is an unstoppable force to be reckoned with as she excels as the Founder and CEO of Inspirationally Speaking, LLC, and the Founder and CEO of Unstoppable You Ministries, Inc. Jennifer continues to be of service to others through her purpose and passion as an award-winning Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) motivational speaker, eSpeaker Certified Virtual Presenter, internationally published author of “Tomorrow My Sunshine Will Come: Memoirs of Women Who Survived Domestic Violence,” television show host of Living Unshackled ON Purpose, host of Unstoppable You Conference, corporate trainer, as well as prolific blogger of “G.U.M.B.O.” 
As an inspirational influencer, Jennifer travels the country as a powerful keynote speaker to help her clients have a F.I.T. (Focused, Intentional, and Thriving) mindset so they can find their personal peace, purpose, and power. Jennifer does this by transparently using her life experiences on topics of self-esteem, domestic violence awareness, leadership development, overcoming adversity, self-care, and much more. Jennifer states, “Essentially, I use my voice to help others find theirs.” 

Jeff Hanley has served as the Executive Director of the Commonwealth Prevention Alliance (CPA) since 2019. CPA is a statewide nonprofit focused on preventing substance use/misuse and the risk-related behaviors. Jeff began his nonprofit career with the American Red Cross and then moved into tobacco control and community based prevention programming for 14 years, at the Mercer County Behavioral Health Commission. Later, Jeff moved to Colorado, where he served as Special Projects Administrator for Opioid Programs at the Jefferson County Public Health Department, focusing on provider education and coalition development.

Zozan Küçükaydın is the Anti-Human Trafficking Services Coordinator with the Pennsylvania Coalition to Advance Respect, a division of Respect Together, where she works to support local, state-wide, and regional partners in the anti-trafficking field through survivor-centered and trauma-informed training, technical assistance, and resource sharing. Prior to her role, Zozan provided counseling and case management to survivors of human trafficking at a Pennsylvania domestic violence and sexual assault center. Zozan is a graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and a Psychology minor. 

Govan A. Martin, III is the Chair/Executive Director and founder of Suicide Prevention Alliance.  As Chair of Suicide Prevention Alliance, his main goal is to ‘Start the Conversation’ about suicide in the community, connect with those with lived experience (Attempt/Loss Survivors), and partner with mental health professionals, to bring about a culture of change in how society views suicide.  His goals are to advocate for awareness, use evidence-based suicide specific training, and think outside of the box in the prevention of suicide.  Govan realized that if he could ‘Connect through Hope’ with those who are having thoughts of suicide, he could make a difference in saving lives.
A leading advocate in suicide prevention, Govan collaborates with county suicide prevention task forces, legislators, and state/national leaders in the field of suicide prevention to facilitate change.  Govan offers a comprehensive work background in evidenced-based training (Master Trainer in QPR (Question Persuade Refer), a certified instructor for ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training), a certified instructor in CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management) for the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF)) in suicide prevention, mental health wellness, and social services to save and improve the lives of the community.
Before starting his nonprofit work in suicide prevention, Govan served in the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) for 29 years as a State Trooper.  While in the PSP, he served as the longest-running Director of the Member Assistance Program (Peer Support Program) for the last 12 years of his career.  Govan retired from the PSP in 2012.
Govan is passionate and driven to prevent suicide as he lost his brother Michael to suicide in 1980.

Netta Radzinski is a dedicated leader in early childhood education, serving as the Special Assistant for External Relationships at Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL). In this role, Netta connects diverse stakeholders across the early care and education landscape to foster collaboration, equity, and access for all children and families in Pennsylvania. 

Netta leads the work of the State Advisory Council (SAC) and its five subcommittees, which focus on key priorities such as equitable program access, workforce development, and innovative system improvements. Her efforts are instrumental in creating partnerships that support the continuous improvement of OCDEL’s programs and services. 

With a background in Social Work, building meaningful relationships and driving strategic initiatives, Netta is passionate about ensuring that all children, especially those from historically marginalized communities, have access to high-quality early learning opportunities. Through her leadership, OCDEL continues to advocate for systemic changes that promote child development, family engagement, and resilience in the face of challenges. 

Marie Randel is currently a Youth Counselor/Community Outreach Coordinator at the York County Youth Development Center. YCYDC is a trauma informed temporary shelter for the at-risk juveniles of York County and surrounding counties.  

After getting her degree in Theology at Christ for the Nations, Dallas, Tx, Marie knew her life’s mission was to help broken people.  Marie traveled extensively through the United States working street ministry at Mardi Gras, Indy 500s, Fantasy Fest in Key West, and multiple large events and concerts where crowds would gather.  At all these events there is always an underbelly of drugs, alcohol and sex for sale. Reaching those that were burnt out, disillusioned and trapped, Marie would work with ministries to get them into rehabs, connected with resources and sometimes rescue them from pimps by getting them out of state and into safe housing.  

Marie was married in 1983, had 6 children, and homeschooled them while pastoring and volunteering. Marie moved to York in 2000 and worked with the York Rescue Mission as an event coordinator helping those that were broken in York City.  In 2011, while managing an Auntie Anne’s shop, she received a call asking for someone willing to go into the Youth Development Center to do a group with the kids since they had switched over from being a detention center to a shelter. After doing volunteer work at YDC for about a year the Auntie Anne’s shop sold, and she was asked to apply at the Center. In 2012 she was hired as a Youth Counselor.  

With years of trauma informed training, processing with the residents, along with Marie’s past experiences working on the streets, she has a perspective of human trafficking, some tell -tale signs, trauma effects on individuals and understands the need for preventative education. 

Amy Rote is the Chief Executive Officer of BBBS of South-Central PA (previously Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region). She joined the federation in 2013 as Vice President of Programs, developing nationally recognized initiatives that now serve over 1,300 youth. Appointed CEO in 2021, her leadership earned the agency the 2021 Quality Award, 2023 Growth award and multiple Harrisburg’s Simply the Best awards. Under her guidance, the organization expanded from five to seven counties, relaunching as Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA in 2024. An alumna of the Leadership Harrisburg Area, Rote is active in the Rotary Club and has received the 2023 Visionary Award and the 2024 Women of Excellence award. She holds degrees from Penn State University.

Cassie's journey of advocacy began with her own experience as a survivor, igniting within her a deep sense of empathy and a fierce determination to help others navigate the challenges of recovery and healing. Recognizing the critical need for support and resources for survivors of human trafficking and sexual exploitation, Cassie embarked on a mission to provide comprehensive assistance and empower survivors to reclaim their lives. 

Through her community educational efforts, Cassie emphasizes the importance of prevention and intervention. She equips community members with knowledge and resources to identify potential trafficking situations, intervene effectively, and support survivors in accessing the help they need to rebuild their lives.