Sierra Holmes

Programs Director

sierra@fadv.org

Sierra is the Programs Director at FADV overseeing our Housing First Program, transitional housing, and co-directing the statewide “Dear Utah” campaign. Sierra began her start at FADV with a wealth of experience in direct service to survivors of domestic violence.

In addition to her work experience, Sierra took part in efforts to prevent sexual assault on campus and voice student concerns for the handling of Lauren McCluskey’s case at the University of Utah. Sierra’s B.S. in Gender Studies and Ethnic Studies allowed her to gain a special perspective on issues of women’s rights and justice for marginalized populations.

Sierra now has her Master’s in Social Work and has obtained her CSW. Prior to working on this degree, Sierra worked in the social work field, beginning her journey at Volunteers of America’s Center for Women and Children. Her work there sparked her passion for supporting underserved communities. At the Center for Women and Children, she gained direct client experience with women and families affected by substance use disorder. During that time, she was able to witness the impact of the intersections that all social issues contain. 

After the Center for Women and Children, Sierra started her work in domestic violence at South Valley Services. Sierra began as a case manager and quickly received a promotion making her Assistant Director of South Valley Service’s Community Resource Center. In this position, Sierra was responsible for overseeing the implementation of services to survivors receiving case management. These services included housing, financial assistance, referrals to other service providers, and emotional support. While in this position, Sierra became connected with FADV. 

Sierra saw the importance low-barrier funds from programs like Housing First and Flex Funds had in the work toward goal attainment for clients and viewed FADV as one of the most influential partners in the literal fight against domestic violence.

Sierra’s passion for underserved communities continued, leading her to a position as one of the Morgan Stanley Community Development Fellows working on participatory action research at The Road Home’s three emergency shelters. Additionally, Sierra was awarded the Blanche Snowcroft Willey Award for Leadership in Social Work by the University of Utah’s College of Social Work. Now, Sierra focuses her passion at FADV, looking forward to creating meaningful partnerships with other service providers, addressing the complex issues survivors face, and improving upon the systems of intervention and prevention.