Dr. Topeka
K. Sam

Advisor

With decades of experience in justice reform, social entrepreneurship, and strategic leadership, Dr. Topeka K. Sam serves as a trusted advisor to organizations, policymakers, and corporate leaders committed to creating meaningful impact. Through data-driven insights, innovative strategies, and a deep understanding of systemic change, she empowers decision-makers to implement sustainable solutions that drive progress in equity, policy reform, and business development.

Crurrent Advisory Roles

Dr. Topeka K. Sam, an Appointed Commissioner on the Women’s Justice Commission for the Council on Criminal Justice (CCJ), advocates for gender-responsive and trauma-informed reforms in the justice system. Focused on public safety, equity, and policy transformation, she works to address the unique challenges faced by justice-involved women. Learn more about CCJ’s mission and initiatives.

Council on Criminal Justice (CCJ)

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Dr. Topeka K. Sam serves on the HARP Advisory Committee, advocating for health equity and reentry support for justice-impacted individuals. Through policy reform, stakeholder engagement, and innovative healthcare models, HARP ensures seamless transitions from incarceration to community care. Learn how HARP is transforming reentry healthcare and promoting public safety.

HARP The Health and Reentry Project

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Dr. Topeka K. Sam advises the Responsible Business Initiative for Justice (RBIJ), partnering with global businesses to drive justice reform and promote public safety. Through corporate collaboration, advocacy, and community engagement, RBIJ works to dismantle systemic inequities and create lasting change. Learn more about how RBIJ is shaping a fairer justice system.

Responsible Business Initiative for Justice (RBIJ)

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Dr. Topeka K. Sam serves as a Board Member of The Marshall Project, a leading nonprofit producing nonpartisan journalism that exposes injustices in the criminal legal system. Through investigative reporting, policy advocacy, and amplifying justice-impacted voices, The Marshall Project drives meaningful reform. Learn how its work is shaping a more transparent and equitable system.

The Marshall Project

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Dr. Topeka K. Sam serves as a Board Member of Operation Restoration, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering formerly incarcerated women through education, employment, and advocacy. OR works to remove barriers to reentry, break cycles of incarceration and poverty, and create pathways to success. Learn more about how OR is transforming lives and communities.

Operation Restoration

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Dr. Topeka K. Sam serves as Vice Chair of Pure Legacee, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved communities through mentorship, leadership development, and access to resources. Focused on fostering generational wealth, education, and professional growth, Pure Legacee creates opportunities for lasting success. Learn how we are transforming lives and building stronger communities.

Pure Legacee

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Dr. Topeka K. Sam serves as a Board Member of the United Justice Coalition (UJC), working to dismantle systemic inequities in the criminal legal system. Through policy advocacy, public awareness, and strategic reform, UJC fights for justice and decarceration, particularly for marginalized communities. Learn more about how UJC is driving meaningful change.

United Justice Coalition

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Dr. Sam Provides Advisory Services for:

Corporate Leaders & Enterprises → Guiding businesses on integrating social responsibility and impact-driven initiatives.

Government & Policy Makers → Offering strategic insights on criminal justice reform, reentry programs, and legislative advocacy.

Nonprofits & Foundations → Helping mission-driven organizations maximize funding, outreach, and policy influence.

Entrepreneurs & Innovators → Mentoring purpose-driven founders on business growth and strategic vision.

Why Work With Dr. Topeka K. Sam?

As a globally recognized leader in justice reform and social impact, Dr. Sam has worked with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to drive change. Whether advising on policy, business growth, or leadership development, she brings a wealth of experience and a results-oriented approach.

Let’s Work Together → Interested in partnering with Dr. Sam for strategic advisory services? Contact her today to explore how her expertise can support your mission and business goals.

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Key Areas of Advisory Expertise

Justice Reform & Policy Strategy → Helping shape legislative initiatives, reentry support programs, and system-wide reforms.

Social Impact & Leadership Development → Advising leaders on building organizations that create lasting change.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Consulting → Implementing actionable DEI frameworks for organizations.

Strategic Growth & Business Development → Supporting companies and entrepreneurs in scaling their impact-driven initiatives.