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Washington, DC, US

District Of Columbia, United States

Assists in the project management of federal and local grant writing projects and funding proposal finalizations. Performs a variety of tasks to maintain organization and operations including pitch deck development, social media management, writing and proofing communications, and meeting project team needs through liaising with partners.

District Of Columbia, United States

Conducted research on the latest best practices for supporting LGBTQ students of color on HBCU campuses to inform program initiatives and resources. Reviewed, edited, and proofed educational toolkits pertaining to LGBTQ advocacy, history, and awareness for release to HRC members and the general public.

Newberg

Coordinated and administered campus-wide events associated with six ethnic organizations. Organized and facilitated multicultural organizational leadership meetings and training. Collaborated with internal and external entities of the IRC to advance advocacy and support for students of color on campus.

Portland, Oregon, United States

Assisted in the development of a community engagement strategy for an open data project centered around creating transparency, accountability, and trust with community-based organizations through data governance. Assisted with planning and facilitating meetings and events for intern networking opportunities, departmental projects, and resource groups.

Portland, Oregon, United States

I curated an equity training based off of existing policy and equity standards, collaborated with DCA Equity teams to propose a new form of training standards and process, as well as developed network-building opportunities for interns through events, meetings, and informationalpanels.

Newberg, Oregon

I served on a team within George Fox’s recreation center that maintained the facilities’ cleanliness and operations. This team also served to welcome the community in, troubleshoot member concerns, and helped to cultivate a safe and fun environment both within the building and on the broader campus environment.

Newberg, Oregon

I was responsible for building community within my living area through monthly events and advocating for student concerns. I also worked with Residence Life to better the residential experience for those living on campus and served on the student leadership board as a representative for campus initiatives.

Master Of Social Work - Msw, Community, Administration, And Policy Practice

Bachelor'S Degree, Social Work

Activities and Societies: Black Student Union President (2019-2022), Intercultural Advocacy Student Government Representative (2021-2022).

Education record

Activities and Societies: Tigard High Leadership, Choir Program Co-President