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Erika Burnett, Vice President of Community Development at CFMT, is a key member of the senior leadership team. She is dedicated to advancing social equity by supporting the region’s nonprofit partners, inspiring donors, and engaging community leaders to drive meaningful change. For the past year, Erika has led The Village, a CFMT initiative that strengthens community-based organizations by providing vital resources and developing leadership talent. She also spearheads innovative programs like the Young Women’s Initiative and serves as an advocate on the Metro Action Commission.

“For the past 20 years, I’ve watched this city grow, stretch, and in some aspects collapse under the weight of change and emerging community needs. At this critical moment in time it is imperative that we resource and position those closest to our communities’ most deeply rooted issues in order to repair historical harm & inequalities while we build a more equitable and inclusive future,” says Erika. “This work requires intention, transparency and thoughtful co-creation alongside those who have been championing deeply meaningful work, often times outside of the public gaze and while being gravely under-resourced.”