Eva Chaves is The Gault Center’s Operations Assistant, where she is responsible for coordination and logistics related to trainings, meetings, and special events. She provides administrative support and assistance on a wide range of youth defense projects and initiatives.

Eva graduated from James Madison University with a BA in Justice Studies, a concentration in Criminal Justice, and a minor in Spanish. During undergrad, she interned with The Gault Center and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Eva lives in Arlington, Virginia and is pursuing a Masters of Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University.