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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

National Student Services ContractSupporting the work of the Science Advisory Branch within the Office of Science Advisor, Policy, and Engagement to ensure scientific integrity, enhance transparency, and assisting in scientific coordination• Supporting science and policy by preparing, reviewing, and editing scientific documents• Assisting with meetings and logistics including preparing meeting materials and note taking• Working with staff across departments to implement communication materials and outreach products including one-page scientific summaries and background research

Santa Clarita, California, United States

Worked to research environmental and public health issues, while complementing scholarly research with direct feedback from community members.• Wrote and researched briefs on issues currently plaguing the district• Managed social media for the candidate and grew their followers • Planned events in district

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Working with a community-based organization for the betterment of the Edgewater neighborhood through sustainable practices. • Assisted with EEC community gardening and promoted EEC at local Farmers Markets• Researched scholars and examined environmental design and sustainability in Chicago• Created advertisements and promotions for events

Advocated for global poverty reduction while learning all facets of nonprofit management.• Developed advocacy leadership skills by lobbying congressional leaders• Advanced fundraising skills, earning the ‘Chief Closer Award’ for raising more than $1500• Marketed and promoted the Borgen Project and the antipoverty message through different media platforms

Chicago, Illinois

Engaged with community leaders to discuss the public health benefits of green spaces while working to ensure against green gentrification. • Analyzed and transcribed audio from recorded interviews and coded data• Worked with researchers to implement green spaces in lower income neighborhoods of Chicago• Engaged with local partners to learn how to best approach the community to build trust

Chicago

Fostered a connection with constituents across Chicago and Illinois while researching local issues impacting the state.• Assisted constituents in matters dealing with federal services• Provided outreach to constituent interest groups on behalf of the senator• Assisted staff members with researching bills and issues in Illinois

Master Of Science - Ms, Global Health And Development, Distinction (First Class Honors)

Relevant Coursework: Concepts and Controversies in Global Health; Research Methods and Evidence for Global Health; Power and Politics.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Environmental Studies, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Kappa Delta, IGNITE Loyola, Kohima Research GroupRelevant Coursework: Foundations of Environmental Science I &.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Choir, Theatre, Volunteering, National French Honor Society