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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Supported the advocacy work of a national Jewish-values based nonprofit organization by preparing and executing all virtual and in-person events which required writing memos, runs-of-show, scripts, and speaker introductions, providing logistical and behind-the-scenes support and coordination, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

St Louis, Missouri, United States

Coro is an experiential leadership training program providing intensive training in inquiry, professional communication, collaboration, and project management. Throughout the course of nine months, fellows participate in six consulting projects across the sectors of nonprofit, government, labor, and business. Placements included: - Missouri Charter Public.

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States

Worked within the Office of Jewish Student Life to coordinate events for students during a hybrid spring semester. Collaborated with internal staff and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion to coordinate 8 hybrid events for students. Planned and executed a 10-week virtual seminar course focused on deepening student’s understanding of Judaism.

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Mentored and advised students from 8 international time zones, through addressing the organization's hubs on Quality Education, Mental Health, Female Empowerment and a new Hub on Racial Justice. Facilitated virtual meetings to allow collaboration on three projects to further the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Planned and carried out 20+ engagement efforts and events directly with internal leadership for the George Washington University. Spearheaded a collaboration with the Panhellenic Association. Tracked individual engagements and events, including partnership building to increase impact.

In addition to leading tours, streamlined tours and information sessions by organizing visitors and callers using salesforce and related technologies. **Position was unfortunately terminated due to University closure in the Covid-19 pandemic.

Washington, United States

Led over 100 tours for prospective students and their families to experience GW and encourage their application.

Herzliya Area, Israel

Conducted research on the effects of track three diplomacy efforts, as well as terrorist organization categorization in Europe, in particular related to Hezbollah. Spearheaded a video series with 10,000 views at the institute’s media desk to engage their international community.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Assisted with the planning and execution of the annual “Day of Action” on Capitol Hill with 100+ in attendance. Conducted research on Peace Corps disability funding and annual budget allocations to encourage policy change. Liaised between the organization and a Peace Corps alum to launch a new support group for disabled Peace Corps alumni.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Magna Cum Laude, International Relations (Conflict Resolution), Minors In Political Science And Sustainability

Activities and Societies: Student Admissions Representative (university tour guide), GW Hillel (board member), Generic Theater Company.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Member of the National Honor Society and Archon Honor Society, Staff writer for award winning newspaper, "The.