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Directing members, initiatives, and outreach for the San Mateo County chapter of youth-led nonprofit Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action. Collaborating with local institutions to enhance climate policy and climate literacy.

Working with Elders Climate Action's Northern California Chapter to train communities in "Future Design" decision-making (with emphasis in climate issues), which simulates the perspective of imaginary future persons to inform multigenerational decision-making in local government.

Worked with the City of Burlingame's Sustainability Department to implement local sustainability solutions, including plastic-to-compostable/reusable foodware transitions in Burlingame businesses and Green Business Certification through the California Green Business Network.

Partnered with community allies to maximize Light Earth's Destiny's range of influence, strategizing both internal and external communications and opportunities.

Worked with students, young professionals, and industry leaders in the Bay Area to motivate equitable electrification policy locally.

Recruited to Rustic Pathways x Stanford's international Climate Leaders Fellowship. Spearheaded "Youth for Climate Policy," a collaborative event between student advocates, Sen. Josh Becker, and former Bay Area mayors.

Volunteered two months a year to lead unique hourly-daily activities and biblical curriculum for youth attendees of MBC's summer enrichment program.

Selected for a year-long mentorship with Bay Area leaders in the environmental sector, identified challenges and investigated opportunities for healthier transportation systems in local cities.