Starr DeLuca

At Large

Star is a dedicated youth care professional committed to supporting the safety, growth, and well-being of young people. Through her work at the Bakari Center, she contributes to program development, safety and compliance efforts, and continuous quality improvement, with a focus on creating structured, supportive environments where youth can succeed. Star values strong team collaboration and staff development, recognizing the critical role staff play in positive youth outcomes, and is passionate about using practical, relationship-centered approaches that balance accountability with empathy. Star is a proud to advocate for the field and support ongoing growth and recognition of youth care professionals.