our Team
Executive Director
ANJULIE PONCE
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Anjulie began with Journey Forward Mentoring in 2016 as a mentor to a student at Adamson High School. Profoundly impacted by the experience, Anjulie signed on as Executive Director of the Organization in 2018. “I saw what a ripple effect mentoring can have on the community around us. We can come together to make a difference and learn from each other. That is what makes this program so powerful.”
Anjulie graduated summa cum laude from Southern Methodist University in 2008 with her Bachelor of Science in Economics and Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and Spanish. In 2011, she graduated cum laude from Baylor Law School. Prior to becoming Executive Director, Anjulie practiced as a trial attorney in Dallas, advocating for those without a voice or the means of pursuing justice.
In addition to her work with Journey Forward, Anjulie remains deeply engaged in the Dallas community. She chairs the Dallas Bar Association’s Law in Schools Committee, serves as an Adjunct Trial Board Member for the City of Dallas, and sits on the Board of Directors for the Dallas Arboretum, where she also serves on the Education Committee. These roles reflect her ongoing commitment to advancing education, equity, and civic engagement.
Director of Programs
YASMINE LOCKETT
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Yasmine joined the Journey Forward Mentoring team in 2025, bringing over 15 years of experience in youth development, program leadership, and community engagement. She is passionate about mentorship, empowerment, and creating long-term impact for youth and families.
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Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Yasmine began her career in Dallas with the Dallas Black Dance Theatre II, where she discovered her passion for youth engagement. Since then, she has held leadership roles at organizations such as Frazier Revitalization, Dallas Afterschool, and Big Thought, where she managed wraparound academic enrichment programs and supported nonprofits in building high-quality, community-centered outcomes.
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Yasmine holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance from Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. Her commitment to equity and transformation led to her selection as a member of the inaugural 2021 cohort of Black Women in Nonprofit Leadership.
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She is proud to continue uplifting communities across Dallas and beyond through her work with Journey Forward Mentoring.
Next Gen Program Manager
ANDREA GALVAN
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Andrea Galvan joined Journey Forward Mentoring in 2024 as the Next Gen Student Advocate, eager to draw from her personal and professional experiences to support students on their educational journeys. Born and raised in Dallas, Andrea has always been deeply connected to her community, with a passion for helping students and families thrive.
Andrea graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Human Development and a minor in Education. Her academic journey, combined with hands-on experience in program development and family engagement, has shaped her understanding of the complex needs of students and the critical role of education. During her time at Cornell, Andrea contributed to research on parenting education programs and helped design initiatives aimed at increasing parental involvement in education.
With a background in leadership, childcare, and mentorship, Andrea is excited to bring her skills and passion to Journey Forward Mentoring, where she is committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of students.
In her free time, Andrea enjoys crafting and learning new skills including crocheting, sewing, and painting.
Edge Program Manager &
Postsecondary Advisor
EUNICE CERVANTES
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Eunice joined the Journey Forward Mentoring team in 2023. She proudly shares the she was born and raised in Dallas, specifically Oak Cliff. She is very excited to use some of her firsthand challenges and victories as a first-generation college student in her role as Edge Advisor.
Eunice graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology with a Bachelors in International Studies with a focus on Latin America. She then became an AmeriCorps Member at the Cesar Chavez Foundation in Bakerfield, California, where she discovered her excitement for working with underserved students. Eventually, she moved back to Texas to complete her Master’s degree in Educational Psychology from the University of North Texas. While working for various educational non-profit organizations she
realized how important Social Emotional Development is to create a happy and healthy life. She even had the opportunity to serve on the Dallas Independent School District Social Emotional Learning Advisory Committee. She has taken all that she has learned in her personal and professional life and brought it to her next adventure with Journey Forward Mentoring.