Meet Our Team

LEADERSHIP TEAM

CYNTHANIA CLARK

MA, MBA,G.E.R.N.

Executive Director

Cynthania (Syn-thee-ania) Clark holds a MA in human resource management, MBA in Business Management and a Master’s in Gerontology. She has 23 years of experience as an Executive Director serving all target population. She is currently the Executive Director for Elmore County Domestic Violence Council since February 2023. Cynthania has written and developed many programs for VOCA, CDBG, HUD, ESG, SSVF and those programs are still successful. Cynthania has a deep passion for the underserved, underinsured and affordable housing. She is an experienced grant writer and have worked with the City, State and Federal government on projects. She is a strong collaborator and believes in engaging in policies that matter.

KATIE STINNETT

Supervisor of Programs

I started working as a Resident Victim Advocate in July of 2020. At that time, I wasn’t aware that our small community had an organization that served victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking. As a victim of abuse in my household growing up, watching family members be victims of intimate partner violence, and witnessing substance abuse as a result of violence, I approached this job head on and made myself available for every victim/survivor that reached out to us. Victims/survivors are most often not believed or perceived to be a liar when they come forward about their abuse; my job is to believe the people that come to me for support when no one else is willing to listen. I will always put my differences aside when it involves helping survivors because in that moment of need, I’m more than likely the only person finally believing what they have to say. I am passionate about educating those around me about violence against men and women, providing the necessary services to help enhance their wellbeing, being a shoulder to cry on, and making sure every client or individual has what they need to heal and succeed in their newfound life.

TEAM OF ADVOCATES

XOCHIL PEREZ

Program Advocate

Xochil Perez, our Program Advocate, is deeply committed to supporting our community and advocating for those who face challenges in seeking help, especially those whose primary language is Spanish. With a strong passion for assisting others, Xochil excels in community engagement, collaboration, and implementing outreach strategies. Despite having a background in healthcare, Xochil embraced the opportunity to join our team at ECDVC in 2023. Originally from Pocatello, Idaho, and raised in Arizona, Xochil moved to the community nine years ago. Happily married, Xochil also runs a small floral arrangement business and aspires to expand it while continuing her work at ECDVC. In her free time, Xochil loves the outdoors and enjoys activities like kayaking, attending rodeos, and other outdoor pursuits.

KACEEY PACKER

Advocate

Kaceey Packer was born and raised in Mountain Home, Idaho. She absolutely loves the outdoors, reading, watching tv and spending time with family and friends. Kaceey has been with the Elmore County Domestic Violence Counsel since September of 2022. Her favorite part of working for ECDVC, is giving survivors a sense of hope, having a positive impact on their lives along with admiring their growth. Kaceey values her job here at ECDVC, because it is her goal as an advocate to help survivors to have hope and become the best version of themselves. Kaceey says, "this job has shown me that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. It has also helped her become a better mother, wife, friend, and an advocate."

DORY VALENTIN

Advocate

Doreyda Valentin, also known as Dory, was born in Mexico and grew up in California. During her childhood in California, her parents motivated her to engage in community service. Dory actively participated in various community groups from a young age, contributing clothes and food to those in need. In 2019, Dory's husband received orders to relocated to MHAFB, leading her to apply to ECDVC upon their move to Mountain Home, ID. She served as an advocate from 2019 to 2021. Making the decision to resign from her advocacy role was challenging as she was coping with a significant family loss and recognized the importance of prioritizing mental health. In January 2024, Dory rejoined the ECDVC team as an advocate. Currently, she is pursuing a psychology degree to enhance her skills and better serve the community. Dory cherishes moments with her family and close friends, and she finds joy in activities such as boating, fishing, snowboarding, painting, and gardening.

FINANCE & CASE MANAGMENT