Samantha Anderson, MSW, LCSW-C
Lead Social Worker & Child Welfare Programs Manager
Email: shanderson@umaryland.edu
Samantha Anderson was drawn to social work to advocate for the safety and well-being of children from personal and professional experience, as well as a desire to uplift underserved communities. Samantha serves as the Lead Social Worker and Child Welfare Programs Manager at EMBRACE, overseeing the kinship family navigator program, coordinating curriculum, and providing clinical support to social workers and interns. Samantha is dedicated to strengthening families, promoting health and wellness, and educating others on neurodiverse populations. Guided by her compassion and belief in equitable care, she advances trauma-informed, family-centered care that strengthens communities and promotes supportive environments for children to thrive.
