Youth Services Manager

Olivia Hollier

Olivia Hollier is currently the Youth Services Manager at the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, where she has been coordinating the Teen Court of Alachua County and working closely with the Juvenile Relations Bureau for over seven years. With a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work specializing in Advanced Clinical Practice, Olivia is dedicated to connecting students with the resources they need for growth. Passionate about guiding youth to make smart decisions and become future leaders, she believes in the power of community collaboration to ensure that young individuals have the necessary support to succeed. Olivia emphasizes that nothing great can be achieved alone, highlighting the importance of forming lasting partnerships to enhance the lives of the community's youth.

Teen Court Case Manager 

Gregory E. Pelham, Sr.

Gregory E. Pelham, Sr. has dedicated over 13 years to enriching Alachua County through his pivotal role as a Case Manager in the Sheriff's Office Teen Court program. With a profound foundation of 27 years in ministry, Gregory brings a deep sense of commitment and compassion to his work, significantly impacting youth development and leadership within the community. His dedication extends to active participation on the boards of numerous community-based agencies, where he advocates for resources and support systems that empower local youth. Gregory's efforts in these roles underscore his belief in proactive community engagement and his determination to foster environments where young individuals can thrive and become future leaders. His long-standing service and leadership have made him a respected figure in guiding the next generation in Alachua County.

Teen Court Case Manager 

Zakiya Speed

Zakiya Speed has been a case manger for a year. She is compassionate and dedicated to working with young individuals involved in the juvenile justice system. As a case manager, she assesses the needs and circumstances of each youth, develop personalized plans, support and coordinate services such as counseling, education, and community programs. She strives to guide juveniles towards positive life choices and away from further involvement in the justice system. Her empathy, patience, and understanding contribute to creating a supportive environment for youths in difficult situations.

Teen Court Campaign Organizer 

Tatyana White

Tatyana White recently obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism at the University of Florida. She is currently pursuing her Master of Arts degree in Mass Communication from UF. As apart of completing her master's, she is working on a capstone project. She wanted to complete it on something she is passionate about and that is teen court! Tatyana served as a teen court attorney for four years while in high school in Leon County and it helped her grow in many ways. She found a love for helping others and believes that restorative justice practices can go a long way for everyone in the community. When she moved to Gainesville for college and found out about the Alachua County Teen Court, she knew she wanted to create a campaign focusing on how restorative justice practices could lessen the issue of mass incarceration and restorative programs like teen court can be beneficial. Her main goal through this campaign is for people to gain more awareness of the opportunity teen court provides and encouraging more people to be involved in it through volunteering. Through this campaign website, she hopes that people can gain more knowledge and understanding about how restorative justice programs like Alachua County's Teen Court can lessen mass incarceration and benefit youth and also peak people's interest to volunteer with the program.