Stephane Bowens-Browder

Stephane Bowens-Browder is retired and a licensed master’s social worker (LMSW)  with over 30 years of experience serving the State of Connecticut in roles including: DSS Eligibility Worker; DCF Social Work Manger/Trainer for the Workforce Academy. She holds a master's degree in social work with a concentration in Community Organization from UConn. She is currently an adjunct at Three Rivers CSCU and Mitchell College, while also serving as a Clinician at SCADD’s Lebanon Pines program. Beyond her professional life she is deeply committed to building engagement and advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion. She is active in organizations such as the National Association of Black Social Workers, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, National Council of Negro Women, Visionary of Community Street Ministry, Waterford RISE (Residents for Inclusion and Social Equity), and serves on the boards of Drop In Learning Center as well as Chair for Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Future. Her passion comes from connecting with people while networking, and evangelizing, reflecting her dedication to empowering individuals and creating space in the community where everyone feels valued and empowered.