Meleny Thomas, PhD, is Executive Director of the South Baltimore Community Land Trust (SBCLT). Under her leadership, SBCLT sold its first home this year and is preparing to complete six more permanently affordable homes, advancing development without displacement and long-term community stability.

SBCLT’s work has been featured in National Geographic, NPR, Baltimore Banner, and more. Meleny has been recognized as a Baltimore Magazine Game Changer, Baltimore Business Journal 40 under 40, and NDC Community Advocate of the Year.

To learn more about our work visit www.sbclt.org.