Cheree Clark, MSW, ACSW

Cheree is a proud Bay Area native. Cheree received her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration from Clark Atlanta University in Atlanta, Georgia, a Historically Black College and University. Throughout her undergraduate career, Cheree exercised exceptional leadership by serving in the Student Government Association in various capacities including Senior Class Vice President. Cheree continues to volunteer on her class's Homecoming Reunion and University Giveback Campaign Committee. In June 2016, Cheree graduated with her MSW from California State University East Bay, where she received the competitive Title IV-E grant. 

Cheree worked in Contra Costa County for five years as a Case Manager in the Differential Response Program with West Contra Costa Youth Service Bureau. After graduating with her MSW, Cheree worked as an Emergency Response Social Worker with San Mateo County Children and Family Services for seven years, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of many children and families during her time there. Cheree is passionate about being an advocate for marginalized families and communities impacted disproportionally by systems of oppression. In addition to her work experience, Cheree also finds time to give back through volunteering her time or providing financial support to college bound youth. She is a member of the Northern California Historically Black Colleges and Universities Coalition and the Clark Atlanta University Alumni group, and has participated many times in the annual Black College Expo as well as various college fairs and education workshops throughout the Bay Area. Cheree strongly believes that there is healing in loving and uplifting self and others. This belief has been a guiding force in her personal and professional journey. A few fun facts: Cheree's favorite color is purple and she loves art!