Dr. Alicia Smith is the Executive Director and co-founder of The Junction Coalition in Toledo, Ohio, where she has dedicated her career to empowering residents through environmental, social, and economic justice. A passionate community advocate, she has led initiatives focused on lead poisoning prevention, clean water, affordable housing, youth development, and neighborhood revitalization. Under her leadership, The Junction Coalition has become a trusted voice for underserved communities, building partnerships and creating lasting solutions that improve the health, safety, and quality of life for families throughout Toledo.