A semester-long internship with CHA’s Resident Engagement team to assist tenants with case management issues such as: rental assistance, individual and family benefits, healthcare services, childcare resources, household management assessments, etc. Additionally, Interns are given the opportunity to create and implement a unique innovation during their time at CHA. I have begun the process of facilitating financial literacy consultations with tenants and am also planning an educational event for young mothers to discuss the health impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

A 9-week summer internship with a non-profit organization in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Gained understanding concerning the logistics of non-profit organizations, para-church ministries, and poverty alleviation. Acquired knowledge concerning generational trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), affordable housing, and social justice. Served in One Hope Tulsa’s summer school, youth outreach, homeless outreach, homebound outreach, and motel outreach programs. Co-led Resilient Kids summer school program for two weeks of the summer. Worked one-on-one with various kids in order to help them develop classroom skills. Researched and launched One Hope Tulsa’s first baby Community Garden. Spoke as a panelist at the annual Urban Ministry Conference on the importance of understanding generational differences in Urban Ministry approach.

A 9-week summer internship with a non-profit organization in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Gained understanding concerning the logistics of non-profit organizations, para-church ministries, and poverty alleviation. Acquired knowledge concerning generational trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), affordable housing, and social justice. Served in One Hope Tulsa’s summer school, youth outreach, homeless outreach, homebound outreach, and motel outreach programs. Worked one-on-one with various kids in order to help them develop classroom skills. Coached 10U YMCA basketball team.