Monique Dujue Wilson is a Family Engagement Specialist at Rutgers CESP, where she contributes to community-engaged initiatives and technical assistance efforts aimed at strengthening family engagement and improving outcomes for children and youth. In her role, she supports the design and delivery of trainings, educational resources, and outreach initiatives through collaboration with educators, families, and community partners.
Monique brings over 30 years of experience in community, education, and disability advocacy, with expertise in family engagement, leadership development, and cross-system collaboration. She has extensive experience working with Special Education Parent Advisory Groups (SEPAGs), providing training, coaching, and technical assistance to support these groups and elevate parent voice in special education decision-making.
Prior to joining CESP, Monique held leadership and program coordination roles at the SPAN Parent Advocacy Network and Camden County Family Support Organization, where she developed and implemented statewide and regional initiatives, facilitated trainings, and built collaborative partnerships across schools, community organizations, and government agencies. Her work has spanned special education, juvenile justice, school health, and early childhood systems, with a focus on culturally responsive practices, caregiver empowerment, and strengthening outcomes for children and families. She has extensive experience working with diverse populations, including families of children with disabilities and justice-involved youth, and is committed to advancing equitable access to resources and opportunities for all learners and their families.