In January 2022, Danielle M. Jones (she/her) was appointed by Governor Philip D. Murphy to serve as a Commissioner on the Amistad Commission. Prior to that, on January 1, 2021, she was sworn in to serve a three-year term on the Eatontown Borough Council.

Currently, Danielle Jones is a dedicated full-time graduate student at Fairleigh Dickinson University, pursuing a Master's degree in Higher Education Administration. With a passion for education and a drive for personal and professional growth, she is committed to making a positive impact in the field of higher education.

Throughout the past two decades, Ms. Jones has engaged in a diverse range of activities that have shaped her into a versatile and adaptable professional Her commitment and dedication to service and leadership are commendable, as evidenced by her extensive involvement in various capacities

Jones resides in Eatontown, New Jersey, with her family. Her diverse work experience, coupled with her academic training, equips her with valuable knowledge, skills, and resources that she utilizes to achieve personal, professional, and political success. She firmly believes in the power of collaboration, cooperation, and strategic partnerships and is dedicated to building successful relationships and networks. Her attention to detail, planning and organizational abilities, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills continue to serve as valuable assets throughout her career.

An ardent advocate for social equity, voter education, and political advocacy, Ms. Danielle Jones demonstrates her passion through active involvement in the Borough of Eatontown, Monmouth County. She organizes events and outreach programs, addressing critical issues such as career development, mental health, diversity, social equity, and racial justice. Her commitment is further reflected in her participation in numerous organizations across New Jersey, where she takes pleasure in planning outreach and advocacy events to educate students about diversity, civic engagement, community service, and advocacy.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology and Sociology, Cabrini University, 2013
• Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Social Sciences, Brookdale Community College, 2009

Awards, Honors, and Recognitions:

• Community Service Award from Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc, Phi Upsilon Chapter, August 2022.
• Recognition as one of the "Phenomenal Women Under 40" by the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, September 2021.
• "Elected of the Year" award from the Monmouth County Young Democrats, October 2021.
• "Young Democrat of the Month" recognition by the New Jersey Young Democrats, June 2022.
• 2022 Medalist in the "Elected Officials" category for the New Jersey State Governor's Jefferson Awards.

Civic, Political, and Professional Organizations:

• New Jersey Young Democrats (NJYD) College Caucus Chair.
• New Jersey Chapter of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA).
• National Forum of Women Legislators (NFWL).
• Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ).

Certifications and Trainings:

• Fairleigh Dickinson University Center for Empathy Research and Training (CERT) Empathy Training.
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Emergency Management Institute, "Introduction to Command System (ICS-100)."
• Rutgers Center for Executive Leadership in Government and Rowan University, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belongingness (DEIB) Certificate.
• Signature Training Program for Emerge New Jersey.
• LEAD New Jersey fellowship workshop.
• Institute for the New Jersey Chapter of New Leaders Council (NLC).
• "Strategic Communication for Public Leaders" and "Foundations for Diversity" certificate programs