Samuel Simmons
Sam serves as co-convener for the Mill City Kids Initiative and partners on CAL initiatives involving historical trauma, systemic racism, equity and inclusion, and adverse childhood experiences. Sam is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor who has over 27 years of experience as a behavioral consultant specializing in practical culturally sensitive trauma informed work with African American males and their families. For over a decade Sam has developed and managed a culturally-specific trauma informed project and curriculum that engages African American males to promote healthy relationships and community. Sam's work has been acknowledged nationally and locally including, 2009 Governor’s Council on Faith and Community Service Initiatives Best Practices Award; 2014 Minnesota Fathers & Families Network Excellence in Fatherhood Award; 2016 Healing the Hidden Wounds of Racial Trauma Award; 2016 Black Tear Drop Award; and the 2017 Champions for Children Award.
