APRI South Carolina Announces Shamiya Woodard as Chair of Criminal Justice Committee
The A. Philip Randolph Institute (APRI) South Carolina is proud to announce a major leadership appointment within its Capital City Chapter in Columbia, South Carolina. President and State Advisor Javar Juarez has officially appointed Shamiya Woodard, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of A Greater Response, as the Chair of the Criminal Justice Committee for APRI South Carolina. This appointment marks a significant step forward in APRI’s mission to advance workers’ rights, civil rights, and social justice across the state, particularly within the deeply interconnected systems of labor, equity, and criminal justice. Shamiya Woodard brings a proven track record of leadership, advocacy, and innovation through her organization, A Greater Response, which focuses on addressing systemic barriers within the criminal justice system. Her work centers on empowering individuals and families impacted by incarceration, while creating pathways toward stability, education, and long-term opportun...