AUTHORS

STEFANIE MERCADO ALTMAN

Stefanie Mercado Altman is a public health professional, writer, and advocate for adoption, identity, and mental health awareness. She has been published in Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans and lives in Brooklyn, NY, where she continues her advocacy work.

CLAIRE ALTMAN

Claire Altman is a writer, lawyer, and consultant specializing in affordable housing, social services, and public policy. She has developed innovative programs supporting families, seniors, and formerly incarcerated individuals and has dedicated her career to social impact initiatives.

STAN ALTMAN

Stan Altman is a professor of public affairs and higher education leader with over fifty years of experience. He has served as interim President of Baruch College and Dean of the Austin W. Marxe School of Public and International Affairs at CUNY. Currently, he directs the Gaming Pathways Program at City College of New York, focusing on education, workforce development, and technology-driven learning initiatives.