Johnitta Amihere
Kinship Care Family Navigator
Email: johnittaamihere@umaryland.edu
Johnitta Amihere’s journey to EMBRACE is rooted in her lived experience as a caregiver in kinship care, where she gained firsthand insight into the challenges families face when raising relative children. This experience sparked a deep commitment to supporting others in similar situations and empowered her passion for helping families thrive. At EMBRACE, Johnitta serves as a Family Navigator, connecting families to essential resources, guiding them through complex systems, and providing mentorship to strengthen resilience and promote family stability. Her work transforms her personal dedication into action, ensuring families receive the support they need to succeed.