Meet Our Team
Suzanne Hamilton, LCSW-BACS, Executive Director
Suzanne Hamilton is the Executive Director of the Capital Area Family Justice Center, where she leads efforts to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed services to victims and survivors of domestic and dating violence.
Suzanne has worked in the field of intimate partner violence since 2016, beginning her career at the East Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney’s Office as the Domestic Violence Victim Assistance Coordinator. She also has experience working in inpatient psychiatric settings, which has given her valuable perspective on the connection between trauma, mental health, and intimate partner violence.
Suzanne earned both her bachelor’s degree in Political Science and her Master of Social Work with a specialization in Behavioral Health from Louisiana State University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Clinical Supervisor and provides supervision and mentorship to developing social workers.
Suzanne is actively involved in training, education, and coordinated community efforts focused on domestic violence intervention and prevention. She is committed to strengthening the community’s response to domestic violence and ensuring survivors receive compassionate, high-quality, trauma-informed services.
Direct Line: (225) 239-7812 Email: shamilton@cafjc.org
Zakeyah Trahan, MSW, Client Advocate
Zakeyah Trahan earned her bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a concentration in Criminology from Louisiana State University in 2021 and recently earned her Master of Social Work from LSU.
For many years, Zakeyah worked at the Family and Youth Service Center, where she became well connected to community resources and services. Before joining the Capital Area Family Justice Center, she worked as a case manager providing direct services to children, adults, and families through Community Psychiatric Support & Treatment (CPST) and Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) services.
Zakeyah has been trained in Victim Assistance and Advocacy through the Office for Victims of Crime with the U.S. Department of Justice. Her genuine compassion and strong desire to serve others make her a valuable part of the CAFJC team. She meets clients where they are and creates a supportive, empowering environment where they feel heard, respected, and supported.
Zakeyah is passionate about working collaboratively with community partners to raise awareness of domestic and dating violence and connect survivors with the resources and support they need.
Direct Line: (225) 239-7870 Email: ztrahan@cafjc.org
Katie Jenkins, Program Manager
Katie is a graduate of Louisiana State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a minor in Sociology. She brings more than 15 years of program and administrative operations experience from her previous work in the legal field, along with experience successfully managing two businesses.
At the Capital Area Family Justice Center, Katie manages and coordinates the daily administrative functions and operations of the center. Her strong organizational and business skills help keep the center running smoothly and support the work of the CAFJC team.
Katie also has a genuine heart for serving others and helps create a warm and welcoming environment for those who come to the center. She greets clients and their children with compassion, kindness, and respect and is committed to supporting the mission and work of the CAFJC.
Outside of work, Katie enjoys spending time with her husband and their four children.
Direct Line: (225) 239-7873 Email: kjenkins@cafjc.org