Kindra F. Montgomery-Block has an extensive history as a trainer and organizer that has worked with communities of color and schools across the nation. She has a widespread background in social justice youth development, health equity, community violence prevention, and civic engagement. For over eighteen years Kindra has worked with community-based organizations to strengthen their capacity to support young leaders, engage boards of directors, develop and implement strategic plans, design and implement effective leadership, and provide training in staff development, program evaluation and planning.