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Severe Weather Alert for Prince George's County

Attention, Prince Georgians: Please be aware of a serious risk for widespread severe storms on Monday, March 16. These storms could bring damaging winds and hail, significantly increasing the threat of tornadoes. Such extreme...

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Jennifer Amaya Thompson

Director

On January 7, 2026, the Prince George’s County Department of Social Services welcomed Jennifer Amaya Thompson, MSW as the new Director. After an extensive, collaborative search, Director Amaya Thompson was appointed with the approval of the Maryland Department of Human Services Secretary, Prince George’s County Executive, and with advice from the Social Services Advisory Board.

Director Amaya Thompson is a seasoned public service executive, equity strategist, and systems innovator with more than 25 years of experience advancing equitable policies, programs, and partnerships across federal, state, tribal, and community levels. Her career reflects a consistent dedication to transforming health, human services, education, and workforce systems, enabling underserved populations to access greater opportunities and achieve lasting outcomes.