Central to the fulfillment of CGI’s mission is the relationships
cultivated between the mentors and the participants.
On a yearly bases CGI recruits women from diverse backgrounds who
have demonstrated a commitment to children and women’s issues.
During their two year (minimal) commitment, CGI mentors nurture
bonds with each Cinnamongirl thereby fostering a sustained "sisterhood," and
providing an environment in which each Cinnamongirl can develop her
unique strengths and talents.
As each mentor shares her life and career experiences through monthly
meetings, empowerment dialogues, and enrichment trips, they collectively
expose Cinnamongirls to a breadth of perspectives.
CGI Mentors
Kristina
Ennix : Teacher - Oakland Public Schools
Rhonda
Gray : Mervyn's Buyer
Lenore
Harris : College English Instructor
Andrea
Jones : Senior Project Manager, Kaiser Permanente
Lena
Jones
Brenda
Love : Human Resources, Bay Area Rapid Transit
Tameka
Medley : Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Amy
Tharpe Peterson : Director of Policy and Planning, San Francisco Mayor’s Office of Housing
Keya Taylor
Evelyn
van Krieken : Territory Manager - Hallmark Cards Inc.
Bari Williams
Natasha Williams
Venus
Johnson : Lawyer
Mentor Forms
New and returning Mentors, please download this PDF. Fill out and return the paperwork via fax, email or mail to the CGI office. Thank you.