Christina's service and community involvement have earned recognition from organizations throughout New Jersey.

2026

Woman of REST Honoree — Beautiful in the Boardroom and Business
Heavenly Divine Inc.
Selected as a Woman of REST, recognizing Resilience, Excellence, Strength, and Tenacity, and acknowledged for her work as a law enforcement officer and community advocate.

Law Enforcement Excellence Award — Women's History Month
Saint Elizabeth University Police Studies Institute, in partnership with the Somerset County Sheriff's Office
Recognized for excellence in law enforcement, public service, and community impact.

Community Impact Honoree — D'Nyce Foundation
Recognized for continued service and positive contributions to the community.

Women Who Inspire Honoree — Danie Rivera Foundation
Recognized for leadership, service, and inspiring others through community involvement.

Appreciation Award — Oliver Cares Kidney Foundation
Recognized for support, service, and commitment to community well-being.

Featured in Jersey City History

In 2026, Christina was featured by the Museum of Jersey City History as part of Enduring Promise: The Pursuit of Happiness, presented in connection with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

The program, curated by Melida Rodas in collaboration with the Jersey City Poetry Festival, explored the meaning of “We the People” and the pursuit of happiness through the voices and experiences of Jersey City residents.

Being included in a project documenting Jersey City's people and stories during America's 250th anniversary represents a meaningful part of Christina's own journey as a lifelong resident of the city.

Civic & Community Leadership

Christina's community involvement extends beyond individual projects. She serves in several collaborative roles focused on improving quality of life and strengthening the relationship between residents, community organizations, and local government.

She currently serves on the James Solomon Public Safety Committee, contributing her professional and community perspective to conversations surrounding public safety, neighborhood concerns, and community-centered approaches to safety.

Christina also serves on the Community Stability Committee, where the focus extends to issues affecting the stability and well-being of residents, including housing insecurity, homelessness, access to resources, and community support.

Her work with the Health and Dignity Coalition reflects another part of her commitment to addressing barriers that disproportionately affect women and families, including menstrual equity and access to essential resources.

These roles allow Christina to bring together what she has learned through public service, education, and lived experience while working collaboratively toward practical solutions for Jersey City residents.

Community Impact

For Christina, recognition is meaningful, but the work behind it matters most.

Her community involvement has included initiatives supporting senior citizens, women and girls, families experiencing food insecurity, victims of domestic violence, and Jersey City's young people.

Her work has included helping support:

• A citywide Senior Festival serving more than 1,000 Jersey City seniors

• A menstrual equity initiative reaching more than 500 women and girls

• A community food distribution effort serving more than 100 families

• Youth mentorship and community engagement through B.L.E.S.C.

• Internet and online safety education for children and families

• Domestic violence victim advocacy and connections to community resources

She has also served as Principal for a Day at P.S. 11 Martin Luther King Jr. School, providing another opportunity to engage directly with students, educators, and families.

Education & Academic Achievement

Christina continues to strengthen her community work through higher education, pursuing studies in Sociology and Social Work while maintaining a strong academic record.

As an Honors student and Dean's List scholar, her academic work examines many of the same issues she encounters in the community, including inequality, housing insecurity, education, public policy, social systems, and the challenges affecting urban families.

Her education is not separate from her service. It has become another tool for understanding why community problems persist and how institutions, policy, and people can work together to address them.

Author, Storytelling & Youth Engagement

Christina's connection with children and families also extends to storytelling.

Her love for storytelling grew from a desire to encourage children to dream bigger, explore their imaginations, and see themselves reflected in the stories they read.

As a children's author, she has participated in readings and youth-centered programs designed to make literacy engaging, accessible, and meaningful. Her work with children reflects her broader belief that investing in young people is one of the most important investments a community can make.