Enid Owens

Enid Owens is an experienced professional in the field of mental health and advocacy, currently serving as a Peer Specialist and Advocacy Coordinator at the Urban Justice Center since May 2018. Enid's work focuses on empowering individuals with mental health challenges and justice involvement, ensuring their voices are heard. With a background as a Certified Peer Specialist at both the Urban Justice Center Mental Health Project and Services for the UnderServed, Enid brings expertise in forensic mental health. Prior experience includes roles as a Forensic Peer Specialist at CASES, where responsibilities involved screening individuals on Riker's Island and facilitating group sessions. Enid's educational background includes a Bachelor of Sociology from Saint Francis College and training in Mental Health Counseling and Substance Abuse Counseling.