Irina Fanarraga is a Community Liaison for Diversion Programs at Midtown Community Court. In her role, she acts as the first and primary point of contact for potential and current program participants by conducting initial outreach, preliminary intakes, scheduling, and completion protocols. Prior to joining the Center, Irina held internships at the Queens Mental Health Court and New York Legal Assistance Group, which fostered in her the desire to work with high-needs populations. She holds B.A.s in Criminology and Psychology from Hofstra University, and a M.A. in Criminology & Justice from St. John’s University.