Maame Owubah
About Maame Owubah
Maame Owubah is a Street Outreach Specialist at Friendship Place in Washington, DC, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Master's degree in Public Policy from American University and a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Maryland College Park.
Work at Friendship Place
Maame Owubah has served as a Street Outreach Specialist at Friendship Place since 2020. In this role, she engages with individuals experiencing homelessness and connects them with essential services. Her responsibilities include advocating for veterans at local continuum of care meetings and providing recommendations to enhance the efficiency of these meetings. Through her work, she aims to improve service coordination and delivery for those in need.
Education and Expertise
Maame Owubah holds a Master's degree in Public Policy from American University, where she studied from 2022 to 2025. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Maryland College Park, completing her studies from 2015 to 2018. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in policy analysis and social issues, particularly as they relate to community services and veteran advocacy.
Background
Before her current position, Maame Owubah gained diverse experience in various roles. She worked as a Library Clerk at the University of Maryland College Park for one year from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she served as a Cashier and Customer Service Officer at Babies R Us for four months in 2014. Her experience also includes a two-month internship as a Client Relations Intern at A Wider Circle in 2017, where she developed skills in client engagement and support.
Advocacy and Community Engagement
Maame Owubah actively advocates for veterans within her community. She develops relationships with local social services, VA facilities, shelters, and community-based organizations to enhance support for veterans. Her involvement in continuum of care meetings demonstrates her commitment to improving service delivery and ensuring that veterans receive the assistance they need.