Contact
Reach out to
Contact Us
We’re here to listen, support, and stand with you. Whether you’re a community member seeking resources, a partner looking to collaborate, or an advocate ready to join the movement, our team is committed to responding with care and urgency.
At the heart of our work is connection, to people, to place, and to purpose. When you reach out, you’re not just contacting an organization; you’re tapping into a network of grassroots leaders, environmental experts, and community advocates dedicated to building a healthier, more just Southeast.
Have a question, need assistance, or want to get involved?
We welcome every message and do our best to ensure you’re connected with the right team member.
Savannah | GA 31401
1115 Habersham Street
912-233-0907
hello@theharambeehouse.net
Meet the Team
Dr. Mildred McClain
Founder & Executive Director
Dr. Mildred McClain AKA Mama Bahati, a 50-year veteran of the People's Movement for Justice and Self Determination worldwide, currently serves as the Co-Executive Director of the Harambee House / Citizens for Environmental Justice which she founded in 1990.
Dawud Shabaka
Deputy Director
Dawud Shabaka has over 30 years of experience in the information technology industry as a systems/network administrator, Exchange consultant, software trainer and website developer. He is a graduate of Georgia State University with a BS in Psychology.
Stephanie Zen Cooper
Director of Programs and Operations
Stephanie is a Massachusetts native with a passion for service to others. Like many she grew up in a family that was engaged in community service addressing issues through education and mobilization to make their voices heard. As a child, fully understanding that community engagement requires a village to address issues for solution to create a better quality of living for all.
Baba Ofun Maja
Coordinator, Community Farms
I am Ofun Maja Egunjobi. I was born and raised in Savannah Georgia. I have attended Savannah State, Georgia State and graduated from the Atlanta Art Institute with a degree in Music Management.
Deborah Jackson
Secretary
Deborah Jackson has developed a diverse career supporting Individuals and organizations in the medical and non-profit sectors.
Cristina Córdova
Urban Sustainability Evaluator
Cristina Córdova, born in Ecuador, graduated from the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador with a bachelor’s in Architecture. While at college, she became drawn to the study of the urban environment as well as the intrinsic sustainable responsibilities of architectural practice. She received an M.F.A. degree in Design for Sustainability with a focus on the Built Environment, from the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Opollo R. Johnson
Worker Education and Job Training Coordinator
Opollo R. Johnson is a Savannah-based community strategist and communications professional whose work sits at the intersection of workforce education, environmental justice, and housing organizing.
Anjani Heyward-James
Office Manager & Director of Youth Affairs
Anjani Heyward-James is the Director of Youth Affairs and Office Manager at the Harambee House. She leads the Black Youth Leadership Development Institute (BYLDI), where she’s passionate about helping young people build confidence, grow as leaders, and stay connected to their culture and community.