MEET OUR TEAM
RJL FOUNDER: ANDRE GRIGGS
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Director of Operations: Tatiana Griggs
Director of Operations: Tatiana Griggs Tatiana Griggs is a 2021 Fresno State graduate with a degree in Kinesiology: Exercise Science. Originally from Merced, CA, she sees RJL as more than a job. To her, RJL is a passion, a lifestyle, and a commitment to making a positive change in the community. Fun Fact: Tatiana loves good food and good coffee, especially a Grande mocha with coconut milk and half the pumps!
TEAM LEAD: Atunaisa Vainikolo
As a RJL Team Lead, I support staff and students by building meaningful relationships, facilitating restorative conversations, and creating a positive and inclusive school community. I provide guidance and support to staff, connect with students through mentorship and check-ins, and lead activities that promote respect, accountability, empathy, and teamwork. I also incorporate my personal cultural values of family, respect, service, and community into my work, helping create an environment where students and staff feel supported, valued, and connected.
TEAM LEAD: Crystal Gilliam
Crystal serves as a Team Lead with RJL, supporting specialists and helping build positive school cultures through restorative practices. She is passionate about developing leaders, strengthening relationships, and empowering students and staff to grow and lead with purpose.
TEAM LEAD: Kimberly Garcia
Kimberly Garcia | RJL Team Lead Kim serves as a Team Lead with Restorative Justice League, where they support RJL staff and school communities in creating positive, connected, and supportive environments for students. With a passion for relationship-building and student success, Kim believes that meaningful change begins with connection, accountability, communication, and creating spaces where every student feels seen, heard, and valued. In their role as Team Lead, Kim supports staff through coaching, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving while helping ensure RJL's mission and restorative practices are reflected across school sites. They strive to lead through service, recognizing the strengths of those around them and empowering others to grow as leaders. Their leadership philosophy is centered around serving others, building relationships, and creating opportunities for growth. Outside of RJL, Kim enjoys playing volleyball, and is passionate about exploring new places and having fun. Kim is from San Jose and graduated from UC Merced with a B.A. in Psychology. Favorite quote: “Never Say Never”
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Program Manager: Marina Gonzales
Marina Gonzales supports the implementation of restorative practices across school communities. She works alongside RJL staff, school leaders, educators, and students to strengthen relationships, encourage accountability, and create supportive environments where students can grow and thrive. Marina is passionate about creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, valued, and encouraged to grow. She believes restorative justice begins with the work we do within ourselves and extends into the relationships and communities we serve.
Human Resources: Maria Chavez
Maria Chavez serves in Human Resources at Restorative Justice League (RJL), where her passion is helping people feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. She believes Human Resources is more than policies and processes, it is about people, relationships, and creating an environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Through employee support, onboarding, benefits, workplace development, and organizational systems, Maria works to strengthen the connection between RJL’s team and its mission. Guided by RJL’s restorative and prevention-first values, Maria leads with compassion, accountability, communication, and a commitment to growth. She believes that when we invest in our people, we strengthen our organization, and when we strengthen our organization, we are better equipped to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the students and communities we serve. Her goal is simple: support the people who are changing lives, one student at a time.