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South Orange, Nj, Us

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Collaborate with researchers at the Community Living Policy Center and Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund to investigate promising state-level practices for increasing affordable, accessible housing for people with disabilities. Attend quant./qual. research workshops, disability-oriented reading group, and other disability community eventsCurrent Project: literature review regarding sources of funding — state, county, municipal, non-profit, and private programs — that pay for… Show more Collaborate with researchers at the Community Living Policy Center and Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund to investigate promising state-level practices for increasing affordable, accessible housing for people with disabilities. Attend quant./qual. research workshops, disability-oriented reading group, and other disability community eventsCurrent Project: literature review regarding sources of funding — state, county, municipal, non-profit, and private programs — that pay for accessible home modifications Show less

Montclair, New Jersey, United States

Research and summarize relevant case law, statutes, regulations, and ADA enforcement actions for attorney casework. Proofread legal briefs for clarity and Shepardize citations in LexisNexis to ascertain their precedential validity. Provide ad hoc administrative assistance, including Web Content Accessibility Guidelines-compliant web design. Shadow court appearances and symposia and engage in disability community events and accessibility trainings

West Caldwell, New Jersey, United States

Scrape Federal Election Commission campaign finance data to prospect potential high-impact donors. Compose and catalog biographical synopses and giving histories of selected prospects in NGP VAN for Congresswoman’s reference to facilitate call-time fundraising success. Assist in campaign operations, including training phone bankers and staffing fundraisers

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Promote equitable access to Brandeis experience and awareness of campus accessibility resources as peer counsel to disabled undergraduates navigating accessibility issues and/or seeking ADA reasonable accommodation. Mentor peers in twice-weekly office hours on self-advocacy and executive functioning strategies. Facilitate programming and outreach to engage undergraduates in disability inclusion initiatives on campus

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Convene regularly with select University administrators, faculty, staff, and students to address pressing campus accessibility issues. Collaborate with Office of Capital Programs to secure competitive grant funding to rectify campus inaccessibility. Spearheaded addition of anti-slip contrast stripes to interior and exterior stairs to improve campus’ visual accessibility; coordinated campus-wide stair accessibility audit to identify 20+ priority stairways for pilot initiative. Synthesize codes… Show more Convene regularly with select University administrators, faculty, staff, and students to address pressing campus accessibility issues. Collaborate with Office of Capital Programs to secure competitive grant funding to rectify campus inaccessibility. Spearheaded addition of anti-slip contrast stripes to interior and exterior stairs to improve campus’ visual accessibility; coordinated campus-wide stair accessibility audit to identify 20+ priority stairways for pilot initiative. Synthesize codes, rules, disability advocacy group recommendations, and community testimony to prepare memoranda regarding campus accessibility priorities and best practices for Campus Planning and Operations offices. Consulted Provost’s Office on best practices for soliciting community input during hiring/search processes Show less

Certified tutor for humanities, social sciences, and test prep subjects (AP/SAT/ACT/PSAT). Cultivate comfortability with content in warm, encouraging environment

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Formulated equitable, adequate, and efficient policy solutions to campus inaccessibility, aligning student accessibility need with University priorities, long-term goals, and constraints. Regularly met and liaised with students and administrators as advocate for disabled students. Awarded 26k in competitive capital project grant funding for four sets of automatic door openers for Sherman Dining Hall; facilitated cross-departmental collaboration between Capital Projects and Student Accessibility… Show more Formulated equitable, adequate, and efficient policy solutions to campus inaccessibility, aligning student accessibility need with University priorities, long-term goals, and constraints. Regularly met and liaised with students and administrators as advocate for disabled students. Awarded 26k in competitive capital project grant funding for four sets of automatic door openers for Sherman Dining Hall; facilitated cross-departmental collaboration between Capital Projects and Student Accessibility Support to ensure implementation. Consulted on the creation of WCAG AAA-compliant accessible Union communications guidelines. Established strategic partnership with Disabled Students’ Network - Brandeis to increase student body engagement in disability advocacy initiatives, including the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme. Ensured accessibility of all Union operations and inclusion of accessibility considerations in Union initiatives regarding campus infrastructure, housing, and transportation servicesCommittee Membership:- Union Social Justice and Diversity Committee- Union Facilities, Housing, and Transportation Committee- Campus Accessibility Committee (see above experience) Show less

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Resigned upon appointment as Director of Accessibility

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Represented and advocated for needs of constituents in weekly Senate meetings. Held semiweekly office hours to promote student input on Union policy. Received 13k in competitve capital project grant funding for radar speed detectors to improve road safety of low visibility, high-traffic areas of campus; liaised with University Chief of Public Safety to facilitate implementation. Spearheaded addition of accessible bus stop to University Shuttle Service Boston/Cambridge RouteCommittee… Show more Represented and advocated for needs of constituents in weekly Senate meetings. Held semiweekly office hours to promote student input on Union policy. Received 13k in competitve capital project grant funding for radar speed detectors to improve road safety of low visibility, high-traffic areas of campus; liaised with University Chief of Public Safety to facilitate implementation. Spearheaded addition of accessible bus stop to University Shuttle Service Boston/Cambridge RouteCommittee Membership:- Union Health and Safety Committee- Union Facilities, Housing, and Transportation Committee Show less

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Provided exemplary customer service by fostering welcoming restaurant atmosphere and swiftly crafting accurate sandwiches. Worked in high-intensity environment, balancing order processing, inventory management, deli slicer operation, and maintaining store cleanliness

Millburn, New Jersey, United States

Fostered clean, welcoming, and vibrant atmosphere in fast-paced restaurant. Addressed customer needs, resolving concerns to customers’ satisfaction

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Political Science And Government, 3.929

Activities and Societies: Co-President of Disabled Students' Network - Brandeis; Music Director for Brandeis Hillel Klezmer Band; Jazz.

High School Diploma, Applied Science Certificate Program

Activities and Societies: Instrumental Music Program (Jazz Band, Orchestra, Brass Ensemble, Rock Ensemble); Pennington Singers; Co-Founder.

Ada Coordinator Certification - Adac, Actcp (Ada Coordinator Training Certification Program)

Offered in conjunction with the Great Lakes ADA Center.