A Message from the President
Ro-Ellen Sinkewich, Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships, Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana
As President of the Ohio Justice Alliance for Community Corrections (OJACC), and the Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships for Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana, I am in the unique position to clearly see the needed bridges to fill the gap between advocacy and direct service implementation. I am proud to serve in these dual roles that develop partnerships that provide housing, clinical treatment, and reentry services for justice-involved individuals and policy advocacy uniting stakeholders to improve community corrections and enhance public safety.
OJACC serves as an essential “umbrella” organization that unites stakeholders from every corner of the criminal justice system. Our mission is simple but profound: to promote effective community corrections that enhance public safety and reduce the need for costly incarceration. By aligning the expertise of our individual members with the collaborative power of OJACC, we are working to build a safer Ohio where every individual has the opportunity for a second chance.
Our work is centered on the belief that a collaborative approach is the most effective way to improve the criminal justice system. By fostering dialogue through our Board of Trustees, specialized committees, and annual trainings and conferences, we develop solutions that support successful reentry and reduce recidivism.
OJACC provides a platform where professionals can share expertise and advocate for policies that keep our communities safe while providing returning citizens with the tools they need to succeed.
We encourage all who are committed to a safer Ohio and a more effective justice system to join our alliance and contribute to these essential conversations.
If you’re not already an OJACC, member, I encourage you to join now! https://www.ojacc.org/membership-join/
We are also pleased to invite you to our 39th Annual Conference, taking place on October 15th and 16th, 2026 at the Ohioan Conference and Event Center (formerly Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center)! This year’s event is extra special as we will be commemorating OJACC’s remarkable 40th anniversary of promoting and supporting effective community corrections that enhance public safety. Don’t miss this milestone celebration filled with inspiring sessions, dynamic speakers, and opportunities to connect with passionate professionals from across Ohio!