Amelia Rubenstein, MSW, LCSW-C
Director, Prevention of Adolescent Risks Initiative (PARI)
Amelia Rubenstein, MSW, LCSW-C is the Director of the Prevention of Adolescent Risks Initiative (PARI) at the University of Maryland School of Social Work where she leads programs to improve the health and safety of Maryland youth. As a clinical social worker, researcher, and nonprofit leader, Ms. Rubenstein has worked with survivors of violence and trauma for over a decade. She is currently an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland School of Social Work.
Ms. Rubenstein is a passionate advocate for youth impacted by human trafficking, sexual assault, child maltreatment, and other forms of interpersonal and institutional trauma. She is committed to helping child-serving agencies do better in helping young people grow and thrive. Ms. Rubenstein is a highly sought-after trainer and expert witness, having testified in numerous criminal and civil cases.
Ms. Rubenstein began her career as a foster care social worker and went on to found the Anti-Trafficking Program at TurnAround, Inc. in Baltimore. Ms. Rubenstein received her Bachelor of Social Work degree from Skidmore College and a Master of Social Work degree from Columbia University in 2010. Ms. Rubenstein received the Outstanding Contribution to the Fight against Human Trafficking award from the Maryland U.S. Attorney’s Office in 2015 as well as formal citations from Senator Barbara Mikulski, Baltimore Mayor Pugh, and Governor Hogan for her work with survivors of sexual violence.
