"Every one deservers a second chance in life"
Michelle Gabriel, President

OUR FOUNDER
MICHELLE GABRIEL

Michelle Gabriel, MS, BS, SBL is the CEO and Founder of the Joseph Gabriel Foundation and a leader in trauma-informed education and community advocacy. With over 20 years of experience in social services and public and charter education, she has served as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Social Worker, Teacher, and Vice Principal.

A survivor of childhood trauma and sexual assault in her teens, Michelle brings lived experience to her advocacy, using her voice to educate, empower, and uplift young people and survivors.

Michelle champions healing, resilience, and equity for at-risk youth, women, and underserved communities through education, mentorship, advocacy, and restorative outreach.

Michelle is also a writer, speaker, and musical artist.

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Our Mission

Making a Difference

At the Joseph Gabriel Foundation, we are dedicated to creating a positive impact in our community. With a strong belief in the power of collective action, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need. Through our various projects and initiatives, we aim to address social issues and promote positive change. Join us today and be a part of something truly special.

Meet The Team

Michelle Gabriel,

President

Founder, Educator BIO

Michelle Gabriel, has her MS. Degree Education, BS Degree in Psychology, and SBL License School Administrator and has demonstrated over 20 plus years working in Social Services and Education field. 15 Plus years employed as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Parent Educator, and Art Therapist. She spent another 20-plus Years working in the Public & Charter Education system, as a Teacher & Vice Principal and advocates on behalf of children and women in underserved marginalized urban communities. She has volunteered with many organizations as a Speaker, Educator, Advocate & Literacy Ambassador for Organizations such as the Red Cross Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Manhatten District Attorney Sexual Assault Unit, Settlement HealthTeen Program, Mt Sinai LGBT Advocacy Center, NYC Sexual Assault Alliance, and RAINN.