Kicking off #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re honored to share that Omar Jackson, GOSO’s Chief Advocacy Officer, was highlighted as one of City and State NY’s 2026 Black Trailblazers paving the way for others. Joined by other key Black leaders throughout New York City and state, Omar represents the trailblazers creating lasting change in our communities. Thank you, Omar, for your leadership and dedication!
Find write-ups for Omar and the other 2026 Trailblazers here.
Omar Jackson
Chief Advocacy Officer, Getting Out and Staying Out
As chief advocacy officer at the New York City reentry nonprofit Getting Out and Staying Out, Omar Jackson supports and empowers youths ages 16-24 and helps them avoid returning to jail. Jackson is also the director of Stand Against Violence East Harlem, GOSO’s Cure Violence program, which aims to shift people’s mindsets and provide services in order to reduce gun violence across the neighborhood. He has also expanded GOSO’s Junior Violence Interruptor program and implemented restorative justice practices at the organization.
