Lanae A. Ali is a dedicated public service professional and advocate currently pursuing her Master of Public Administration at the Rutgers School of Public Affairs and Administration. Serving as the Program Manager for the Rutgers-Newark BOLD Women’s Leadership Network, Lanae plays a pivotal role in fostering student success. In this capacity, she supports students throughout their collegiate journeys and beyond, facilitating monthly professional development sessions, community volunteering initiatives, and strategic networking opportunities designed to empower the next generation of leaders. Previously, Lanae obtained an associate’s degree in science of criminal justice at Middlesex College before obtaining a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice at Rutgers-Newark.