She serves on the board of Equality Toledo ( an organization that works to eliminate discrimination in the Lucas County region on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, through education, activism and other anti-defamation efforts. Carolyn is also a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children in the child welfare system, and an organizer of the "Toledo Take Back the NIght" annual event. She considers herself a social justice warrior with a strong belief in fairness and equity for all people.