Stanley Hopkins

About Stanley Hopkins

I am a mission-driven policy and program management professional with a strong background in advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic implementation. With experience in the criminal justice reform space, I have worked extensively on policy initiatives that support compliance, transparency, and accountability. I am passionate about using research, data, and strategic communication to influence policy decisions and drive meaningful impact.In my current role, I lead programmatic and policy initiatives that ensure the effective implementation of national compliance frameworks. I specialize in policy research, stakeholder collaboration, and project management, ensuring that complex systems work effectively for end users.My expertise includes: Policy analysis & development Legislative & regulatory research Stakeholder engagement (government, nonprofits, tech firms) Program management & implementation Strategic advocacy & communication CRM & data analysis (Salesforce, Excel, reporting tools)I am particularly interested in technology policy, AI governance, and public sector innovation, with a focus on ensuring that emerging technologies are developed and deployed responsibly. I am eager to bring my skills to roles that blend policy, advocacy, and strategic problem-solving to drive systemic change. Let’s connect to discuss opportunities at the intersection of policy, technology, and impact!

Experience

1. Senior Program Manager

   Impact Justice

   Dec 2022 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Lead and developed the PREA Online Audit System (OAS) training portfolio which trained auditors, agencies, and facilities across the nation and at all jurisdictional levels to help them understand and use PREA auditing tools most effectively to foster the reduction of sexual violence in confinement. Managed the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Online Audit System and other tools related to conducting proper audits under the PREA Standards. Co-Manager of the Online Audit System (OAS) Tech Support Team.Liaison to our federal partners at the US Department of Justice, working to ensure the audit instruments\' continuous security, availability, and suitability.

Education

• Merit America

  Google IT Support Professional Certificate

  2018 — 2018

• PennWest California

  BS, Business Management

  2005 — 2007

Skills

• Customer Service
• Program Development
• Community Outreach
• Event Planning
• Public Speaking
• Nonprofits
• Fundraising
• Leadership
• Public Relations
• Social Media
• Microsoft Office
• Volunteer Management
• Management
• Research
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Time Management
• Microsoft Word
• Event Management
• Employee Training