Our board members are dedicated to reducing domestic violence nationwide and to helping victims in need.
Jessica Yaffa, President
Jessica Yaffa is a survivor of extreme domestic violence and has transformed a set of extremely traumatic circumstances into a triumphant story. Ms. Yaffa has spent the past two decades working in the social services field, with the intention of coming alongside those who have experienced relationship trauma in its’ various forms. In addition to her professional roles, Jessica is the co-founder and President of NoSilence NoViolence, Inc., a non-profit committed to providing education, training, resources, and community development in order to eliminate stigma surrounding relationship abuse and sexual assault, while creating awareness, shifting perspectives, and facilitating change around the way we talk about domestic violence.
As a certified professional relationship coach, Ms. Yaffa has also recently created a unique and innovative training program titled RVARS (Relationship Violence Assessment and Response Specialist) and travels the country offering this program to first responders, clinicians, military advocates, and more. Jessica formerly served as the President of the San Diego Domestic Violence Council and has been featured on both television and in print as one of the leading experts surrounding this topic.
Chandra O’Ree, Vice President
Chandra is a dedicated advocate for social justice and a passionate supporter of NoSilence NoViolence. Graduating from San Diego State University with a degree in Sociology and a professional background in mental health and marketing, Chandra brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the board.
Chandra is an ICF accredited relationship coach and has a proven track record in the development and strategic execution of program and brand initiatives. Chandra is committed to empowering survivors while fostering a community of support and awareness.
As a board member, Chandra is dedicated to advancing the mission of No Silence No Violence expanding the organization’s reach to support as many survivors as possible while providing education in efforts to reduce the occurrence of domestic violence.
In her free time Chandra is an active member of The Junior League of San Diego and enjoys staying active via Peloton and playing with her puppy Moon.
Dorian Lopez, Esq., Secretary
Dorian Lopez is the founder and managing attorney of The Law Offices of Dorian Lopez. She has been a member of the San Diego Domestic Violence Council’s Steering Committee since 2016. She is a survivor of domestic violence and has prosecuted DV cases as an attorney. She previously volunteered at the Family Justice Center assisting with DV Restraining Orders and represents victims of domestic violence who are seeking restraining orders. She has served as the Committee Chair for the Legal Action Committee of the San Diego Domestic Violence Council and is also a member of the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence. Her most important accomplishment to date is her son, Vincent.
Lucy Miller, Treasurer
Lucy Miller, a Virginia Tech graduate, brings a diverse background in urban forestry, business operations, and HR & finance to her community advocacy work. Her global perspective, enriched by language immersion programs in China and extensive travels around the world, fuels her passion for diverse and inclusive communities. As the Junior League of San Diego’s DEIB Vice President, Lucy actively organizes events to promote, discuss, and encourage accessibility, equality, belonging, and pride. She combines environmental awareness, cultural sensitivity, and business acumen to create positive change and empower others in San Diego and beyond.
Ellen Yaffa, Board Member
Retired after a 40-year career in social services in both the public and nonprofit sectors. Experience ranges from health and human services in Northern California and the Congressional Research Service at the Library of Congress, to community activism and leadership roles with nonprofit organizations devoted to improving schools, strengthening families, and responding to neighborhood needs. Retired from SAY San Diego (Social Advocates for Youth) in 2014. Masters Degree in Social Work obtained from SDSU. Community service includes serving on several nonprofit Boards of Directors and managing local school board campaigns to help qualified candidates get elected.
Sierra Gibson, Board Member
Sierra Gibson is a Financial Planner advising clients throughout Southern California and beyond, helping women, individuals, and families build financial stability, navigate life transitions, and achieve long-term security.
A top graduate with a Bachelor of Science grounded in health sciences, Sierra believes financial well-being is a critical component of overall stability and quality of life. She has dedicated more than 19 years to supporting nonprofit organizations across the West Coast and remains actively involved in organizations that promote service, leadership, and the advancement of women, including Sigma Kappa and the Junior League of San Diego.
Sierra brings a deep, personal understanding of the lasting effects domestic violence has on survivors and their families. As a member of the Board of Directors for No Silence No Violence, she is committed to expanding awareness, reducing stigma, increasing access to support services, and helping create safer, stronger communities.
Georgia Parsons, Board Member
Georgia Parsons is a Connecticut native who grew up volunteering with her mother at a local domestic violence center. After completing a BA in Public Health Studies and an MSPH in Health Education and Health Communication, both at Johns Hopkins, she relocated to the San Diego area and found No Silence No Violence while searching for ways to get involved in her new community.
Georgia brings a strong public health programming, health behavior change, and communications
background to NoSilence NoViolence and is excited to continue advocating for survivors of domestic violence as a board member.
Charo Prater White, Board Member – Volunteers
A native of Toronto, Canada, Charo has called California home for the past 18 years. She has extensive Public Relations & Marketing experience in the areas of entertainment, corporate and consumer relations. However, it is her years of volunteering through her children’s schools and extra-curricular activities, which will help her in her Volunteer Coordinator role.
Charo, a volunteer herself, lends her writing skills to the San Diego Moms Collective. She is also a qualified yoga instructor and life coach, and facilitates the Eat Breathe Thrive program, a non profit supporting prevention of disordered eating.
She has felt the pull to the non-profit sector for a while and now wants to use her career skills and love of giving back to NoSilence NoViolence, an organization she finds dear to her heart.
Charo is married with two teenagers and lives in San Diego.
