Melissa Gituma has had the pleasure of working for over 20 years in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in pursuit of their goals.  She currently serves as a Programs Manager III with the Developmental Disabilities Services Division of Oklahoma Human Services.  She has held roles within the Developmental Disabilities Council of Oklahoma, additional roles within Developmental Disabilities Services, and as direct support staff for individuals with intellectual disabilities in employment and in their home.

Melissa holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Arkansas State University, and a Bachelor of Science degree from the Oklahoma State University in Family Relations and Child Development with a focus on Individual, Family and Community Services from Oklahoma State University.