-Designs and leads training on accessibility, Universal Design for Learning, and disability awareness-Hosts accessibility office hours to all zoo departments to create departmental accessibility champions.-Founded and currently co-leads the zoo disability employee resource group-Advises best practices for accessibility adhering to current ADA guidelines for existing zoo infrastructure, new exhibit design, and educational curriculum-Collaborates with community organizations to… Show more -Designs and leads training on accessibility, Universal Design for Learning, and disability awareness-Hosts accessibility office hours to all zoo departments to create departmental accessibility champions.-Founded and currently co-leads the zoo disability employee resource group-Advises best practices for accessibility adhering to current ADA guidelines for existing zoo infrastructure, new exhibit design, and educational curriculum-Collaborates with community organizations to offer opportunities at the zoo for transition programs, hosts events like Inclusion Fest and amplifies disabled voices to create a greater sense of belonging at the zoo.-Co-leads the Diversity & Inclusion Council, made up of 20 cross-department members prioritizing DEAI initiatives.-Implemented a $247,000 Federal grant through the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS) called the Guest Inclusion Grant; which redesigned public programming with the Principles of Universal Design for Learning creating a greater sense of belonging for staff, volunteers, and guests with disabilities.-Completed the Volunteer Inclusion Grant funded by IMLS, creating a manual to aid other cultural institutions in increasing capacity for volunteers with disabilities.-Created a zoo-wide accessibility tracking document to provide transparency and aid project planning around implementing new accessibility projects, ADA compliance, and guest feedback.-Designed and trained over 150 staff/volunteers on disability awareness, ableism, and the principles of Universal Design for Learning. Show less