Welcoming Our 2 New Directors!
Here at the Day Shelter, we’ve got some new faces!
Barbara Blalock
Director of Early Childhood Education
Meet Barbara Blalock, our new Director of the Early Childhood Education Program at the Atlanta Children’s Day Shelter! Originally from sunny Phoenix, Barbara joined us in early 2024, bringing a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership and early childhood education. Before coming here, she founded Treasures 4 Teachers, where she developed innovative programs and initiatives to support educators. Barbara is all about creativity and connection, having launched a mobile program and a social enterprise thrift store. With her impressive track record and a heart full of passion, we’re thrilled to have her lighting up our early childhood programs!
Dr. Keon N. Berry
Director of Family Services
Hailing from Windsor, CT, Dr. Keon N. Berry is a powerhouse in education and a beacon of inspiration! As a sociology professor at Morehouse College, he’s shaping the minds of the next generation right here in Atlanta. In addition to teaching, Dr. Berry is a distinguished Forbes Under 30 scholar and one of the “100 Men of Color,” awarded in recognition of his dedication to helping children and families chase their dreams. With an Ivy League background and a swift dissertation defense in just one year and nine months, Dr. Berry’s influence in P-18 education and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) is profound. We’re thrilled to have him on board!
