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Oakland, California, United States

●Conducted literature reviews and landscape analyses on environmental hazards faced by incarceratedindividuals in California prisons.● Developed a 3-5 page policy memo outlining key environmental hazards, strategies for mitigation, andrecommendations for policy advocacy.● Identified common environmental injustices such as extreme heat and toxic water contamination through comprehensive research.● Engaged in stakeholder interviews and conducted policy writing to formulate strategies addressing environmentalhazards in prisons.● Presented findings and policy recommendations to Greenlining’s Capacity Building team, emphasizing the intersection of climate justice and prison reform.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

- Provide essential care packages and breakfast items to homeless individuals in three key areas of New Orleans.- Gather insightful data from unhoused families regarding their backgrounds and current circumstances.- Cultivate meaningful connections through engaging conversations to build relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

● Attentively engaged in peer support meetings, actively listening to firsthand accounts to deeply understand thediverse challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals in Louisiana● Provided logistical and technical support during meetings to ensure smooth operations● Documented experiences of 'Post Incarceration Syndrome' to contribute to the understanding of challenges toreentry● Conducted extensive research on a national scale, exploring diverse experiences of formerly incarcerated individuals to enrich the development of the FIPS curriculum by synthesizing research findings within the FIPS framework.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

- Digitized and organized case files for inmates on death row, ensuring accurate record-keeping.- Conducted comprehensive research on news coverage and articles related to the organization, systematically archiving them in an electronic database.- Investigated and documented inhumane confinement conditions faced by incarcerated individuals at Angola Prison, creating organized research documents for reference.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

- Assist in managing and reconciling accounts receivable records to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial transactions.- Collaborate with the finance team to process invoices, receipts, and financial documents, contributing to efficient financial operations.

Sacramento, California, United States

- Worked with low-income marginalized communities to provide behavioral and mental health services, in addition to substance abuse treatment, chronic disease management, and reproductive health services.- Supported clerical operations by managing calls, databases, and drafting correspondence.- Established a streamlined platform for resolving patient database issues, enhancing workplace efficiency and welcoming and directing office visitors for optimal teamwork.

Sacramento, California, United States

- Provided vital resources to low-income families, constructed facilities at domestic violence shelters, and mentored underprivileged young girls of color.- Evaluated event planning services and associated expenses, contributing to successful community events that ensured organizational financial stability, and streamlined office organization.