SHREWSBURY – Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services (SYFS) has tapped Andre Bennett to be the organization’s next executive director.
According to a press release provided by SYFS, Bennett has “20-plus years of experience in community building [and] leadership and development.”
The news comes after Executive Director Christine Mowry announced her retirement.
Bennett was the first regional director for the Next Step Fund, which – in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health – provides services to youth and families affected by HIV in Worcester, Lowell and Brockton. He is currently president and chair of the board of directors at the Essex County Community Organization, which manages a “multifaith network of 59 congregations.”
Bennett is passionate about advocating for marginalized communities and has extensive experience working with immigrants and BIPOC families throughout Massachusetts.
Bennett attended UMass Lowell, Endicott College and the Atlantic Coast Theological Seminary. He has earned degrees in community and social psychology, applied behavior analysis, pastoral counseling and leadership, and theology and divinity.
On Facebook, SYFS expressed excitement about its new executive director.
“Andre [Bennett] brings a wealth of experience, and we are certain he will be instrumental in continuing the agency’s growth and impact,” their post reads.
On July 17, Bennett’s first day in his new position, the SYFS held an open house at its Maple Street office. At the event, Bennett was introduced to various community leaders.
For more information, visit https://syfs-ma.org/.
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