Meet the team that works tirelessly to improve the lives of families and children with incarcerated loved ones. Our founders, board of directors, and officers are made up of individuals representing diverse backgrounds and professions.
Meet Our Co-Founders
BARBARA ALLAN
CO-FOUNDER, ADVISOR
Barbara Allan was a schoolteacher, wife, and mother who had no contact with the criminal justice system until 1966 when her husband was imprisoned. As she tried to deal with her feelings of isolation and confusion, she found there were others out there that were experiencing the same pain. She founded Prison Families Anonymous and has helped thousands of people over the years. Barbara published her journey in “Doing Our Time on the Outside”. She’s spoken before legislators, senate committees, and commissioners. She wrote articles and one was published in the Congressional Record. Barbara has been a leader in the community advocating for change to help those affected by incarceration.
JULIA LAZARECK
CO-FOUNDER, PRESIDENT
Julia Lazareck is an advocate for change for family members who have loved ones in the criminal justice system. Her interest in the effects of incarceration on friends and family members started after her brother was incarcerated for 15-years. His sentence ended when he passed away in 2012 of Hepatitis C, while still serving his sentence in prison. She realized after his passing that she had been serving the sentence with him on the outside and was living a hidden sentence with him. Through her blog, podcast, publications and presentations, she provides information about the prison family journey. . Through “Prison Families Alliance and Prison: The Hidden Sentence“, she provides information, support platforms and hope to anyone who has a family member in the criminal justice system.
PFA Officers and Directors
Jacquelyn Frank, Ph. D. – Vice President
Dr. Frank brings valuable leadership, professional insight, and a deep commitment to strengthening programs that support families, youth, and communities impacted by incarceration. Her guidance helps advance PFA’s mission through thoughtful strategy, collaboration, and community-centered care.
Dennice Guest – Secretary
Dennice plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s structure, communication, and governance. With a heart for service and a commitment to the mission, she helps ensure that PFA remains organized, effective, and responsive to the needs of the community.
Janella Green – Treasurer
Janella helps oversee the financial stewardship of the organization. Her role supports transparency, accountability, and the responsible management of resources so that PFA can continue delivering meaningful programs and services to those impacted by incarceration.
Linsey LaMontagne – Director
Lindsey brings dedication, compassion, and a strong belief in the importance of support for those impacted by incarceration. Through leadership and service, she helps PFA continue its work of fostering connection, resilience, and hope within the community.
Adrian Ford – Director
Adrian supports the organization’s mission to uplift families, youth, and loved ones affected by incarceration. As part of the leadership team, he helps guide the organization’s efforts to create meaningful programs, strengthen community relationships, and expand awareness.
Moses Willoughby – Director
Moses is committed to supporting the organization’s vision of compassionate care and meaningful change for those impacted by incarceration. His commitment to strengthening opportunities for individuals and families impacted by incarceration helps PFA continue building a more informed, compassionate, and connected community.