About Us

Professional Staff

Stephanie S. Covington, PhD and Barbara E. Bloom, PhD are widely regarded experts on issues affecting women and girls in the criminal justice system. This expertise has expanded to include men, boys, and gender-diverse people. Their combined experience integrates more than fifty years of work in research, clinical practice, and organizational development. Through publications, presentations, and technical assistance, they have advised a wide range of criminal justice agencies in the United States, Canada and Europe.

Barbara E. Bloom, PhD, MSW

stephanie covington

Stephanie S. Covington, PhD, LCSW