Courtney Williams-Goeloe
Partnerships | Policy & Programs | Government Affairs | Advocacy
Helping organizations navigate change, build resilient teams, and drive meaningful community impact through evidence-based strategies, cross-sector collaboration, and innovative policy solutions. Experienced in public policy, advocacy, and governmental affairs, partnering with local and state governments, public agencies, and nonprofits to design and implement reforms that advance equity, justice, and civic engagement.
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About.
With nearly a decade of experience leading multi-sector initiatives, I specialize in helping public agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations navigate complex change through evidence-based strategies, cross-sector collaboration, and innovative policy solutions. My work focuses on building resilient teams, strengthening internal operations, and advancing reforms that promote equity, justice, and civic engagement.
As a Senior Program Manager and Strategic Partner Manager, I have supported initiatives across all 50 states, delivering strategic planning, technical assistance, leadership development, and stakeholder engagement. I have designed and facilitated 100+ hours of customized training for over 400 practitioners and administrators, managed $1M+ in grant-funded projects, and partnered with government agencies to implement reforms across justice, mental health, substance use, and community safety systems.
Rooted in a commitment to operational excellence and systemic change, my passion lies in co-creating scalable, sustainable solutions that foster organizational transformation and meaningful community impact. I bring a unique blend of strategic leadership, policy expertise, and partnership-building skills to every project I support.
Publications.
Written work exploring equity, policy, and innovation in practice—shaping conversations across systems and sectors. (Click to read more)
Strengthening CARE Courts: Advancing Justice System Responsibility and Accountability for Program Participants
Summary
This explainer lays out the roles, responsibilities, and accountability measures of each partner required to support successful outcomes for CARE participants.
CARE Court Implementation: Core Practices
Summary
This guide highlights California’s effort to expand the CARE Court system for people with serious mental health issues. It is based on discussions with county court workers from the first group of counties, taking their real-world experiences and turning them into key practices for other counties to follow. This document serves as a practical guide, balancing the need to follow state rules with the flexibility needed for local changes.
The Use of Language in Treatment Courts: Word Choice Matters
Summary
This publication looks at how the words used in courtrooms and case management affect recovery outcomes, the dignity of participants, and systemic bias. It shows how policy, practice, and mental health connect and pushes for better therapeutic methods by using language that reduces stigma.
Projects + Trainings.
Select projects led through my full-time role, focused on justice reform, systems change, and public-sector partnerships.
Washington Therapeutic Courts Training Support (WATTS)
New York State Adult Drug Court Team Online Toolkit
Special Projects + Consulting.
The following projects reflect freelance engagements managed outside of my primary position, often in partnership with nonprofit, public, or civic-sector organizations. (Click to read more)
Expanded digital access and created community-tailored training programs to boost census participation, using the Brooklyn Public Library’s network to bridge broadband gaps and remove barriers for lower-income and vulnerable communities.
Implemented a citywide waste reduction campaign and policy reforms that strengthened infrastructure, reduced improper disposal, and decreased costs for the Department of Environmental Protection by driving public behavior change aligned with environmental compliance.
Led initiatives to close transportation equity gaps in Bed-Stuy, expanding affordable CitiBike access, and promoting safer streets for historically underserved communities.
Civic + Community Engagement.
Building grassroots leadership and coalitions that harness civic engagement to drive equitable, community-led change.
Organizations
- Milltown Board of Education: Board Member (elected)
- Milltown Democratic Organization: Vice- Chair (volunteer)
- Milltown Borough Human Relations Committee: Chair (volunteer)
Campaigns
Borough Council Election – Milltown, NJ (2024, 2023, 2022)
- Campaign Organizer / Field Organizer – Led canvassing operations, voter contact, and GOTV efforts.
Kamala Harris for President – District 17 (2024)
- Field Organizer – Mobilized voters, recruited volunteers, coordinated field strategy.
Joe Biden for President – District 17 (2020)
- Field Organizer – Organized local outreach events, executed voter contact plans.
Human Relations Committee Chair Presents Committee Response to Borough Council
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