
Karen Fronek
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Tanya Aldaco, Community Outreach Manager
Tanya Aldaco leads Community Works efforts to educate the community and raise awareness about domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and stalking. Tanya also oversees the helpline and volunteer program, providing invaluable resources and support to survivors. With a background in education and six years of experience in child welfare social work, Tanya has dedicated her […]

Leslie Rogers
Leslie Rogers is a operational leader for critical care services at Providence Hospital where she sees a number of domestic and sexual violence cases and feels passionately about raising awareness and understanding of resources to the community and to healthcare providers.

Brent Hackwell
As the Chief Operating Office for Kogap Enterprises in Medford, Brent Hackwell is involved in many projects that provided valuable facilities for the members of our community.
Brent takes pride in knowing that his work will help improve the way people live, work, and play in Southern Oregon.

Holly Nickerson, Vice Chair
Holly Nickerson joined Community Works because she believes it brings a high value to Jackson County and provides vital resources to those experiencing domestic and sexual violence. After having family members that experienced domestic violence, Holly has a strong passion to support individuals that do not have a voice.

Crystal Buhler, Justice Services Manager
When Community Works launched its Justice Services Program in 2022, Crystal stepped into the managerial role, overseeing co-located advocates stationed at various law enforcement agencies and courts.

Laura Ross, Housing Services Manager
As the Housing Services Manager, Laura’s role goes beyond supporting housing searches. With over five years of dedication to advocating for our Dunn House residents, she has garnered a deep understanding of the significance of a healthy home and the challenges involved in obtaining and maintaining one.

Sonja Herbold, Dunn House Program Manager
Sonja Herbold, Dunn House Program Manager, was born and raised in the picturesque landscapes of Southern Oregon. As a mother of three and a bonus mom to four more, Sonja treasures family time as a core value close to her heart

Dawn Burks, Advocacy Services Manager
Dawn Burks, Dunn House Shelter Program Manager, commenced her journey with Community Works as a HelpLine volunteer in 2009, eventually joining the staff in 2011.

Susan Aaronson, Development Director
Susan believes it takes a community to heal its own and we are all connected in this together. She has recently worked in development at Asante Foundation and the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Susan is passionate about working for nonprofits, especially those that help women and children create better lives for themselves. She is very grateful […]