Lateefah Simon

Lateefah Simon is a community leader and social justice advocate based in California. She works to improve urban neighborhoods, focusing on criminal justice reform, education, and affordable housing. As president of the Akonadi Foundation and former executive director of the San Francisco City’s Board of Supervisors, she develops policies to support underserved populations and promote equity. Simon is known for her efforts to create fair, community-centered solutions to complex social issues, emphasizing restorative justice and empowering marginalized communities. Her work aims to build safer, more inclusive environments where everyone has access to opportunities.