Bronwyn Stanford: Advocating for Change Through CJPAWS and Legal Expertise
Bronwyn Stanford, a respected attorney and passionate advocate for both child and animal welfare, has demonstrated a profound impact on society through her commitment to justice and public service. Founder of CJPAWS, Stanford has dedicated her career to transformative legal work and proactive animal rescue efforts.
Raised in East Brunswick, New Jersey, Stanford excelled as a Division IA track and field athlete before earning her law degree in 2003. Her legal career, noted for prosecuting domestic violence cases and handling complex white-collar crimes at Carleton Fields, paved the way to significant reform in child welfare at the Florida Department of Children and Families.
Under her leadership, CJPAWS has become a beacon of hope for vulnerable animals, focusing on rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption. Stanford credits her early days of volunteering and a robust network of animal advocates as the foundation for her successful transition from law to non-profit leadership.
CJPAWS sustains its operations through community donations, fundraising events, and partnerships with local businesses, emphasizing a model that prioritizes sustainability over profit. Despite initial doubts about funding and volunteer support, Stanford’s unwavering focus on her mission has propelled CJPAWS to overcome these challenges, celebrating numerous successful animal adoptions facilitated by effective social media campaigns and community engagement.
Among her most challenging recent decisions was the expansion of CJPAWS facilities—a necessary step to enhance the organization’s capacity to help more animals. Looking ahead, Stanford is excited about introducing educational programs and expanding collaborations to further advocate for responsible pet ownership and animal welfare.
Inspired by “Getting to Yes” by Roger Fisher and William Ury, Stanford values principled negotiation in her advocacy efforts, ensuring outcomes that benefit both children and animals. Her advice to her younger self and to others in the field is to embrace patience, learn continuously, and remain committed to one’s core mission.
Bronwyn Stanford is open to mentoring those interested in non-profit management and animal welfare, encouraging prospective mentees to reach out via email or LinkedIn for guidance and collaboration.
The full interview with Bronwyn Stanford can be read here.
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