Experience

National Education Association

• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Program/Policy Analyst/Specialist - African American Outreach and Engagement

  • May 2021 - Present

  Washington, District of Columbia, United States Serve as the Senior Program/Policy Analyst/Specialist within NEA's Center for Social Justice in the Community Advocacy and Partnership Engagement Dept. In this role I lead the union’s African American outreach and engagement portfolio identifying, establishing, engaging, and coordinating strategic partnerships in support of public education through both a racial and social justice lens. Serve as a liaison to both develop new and expand historic alliances with civil rights, labor, and other… Show more Serve as the Senior Program/Policy Analyst/Specialist within NEA's Center for Social Justice in the Community Advocacy and Partnership Engagement Dept. In this role I lead the union’s African American outreach and engagement portfolio identifying, establishing, engaging, and coordinating strategic partnerships in support of public education through both a racial and social justice lens. Serve as a liaison to both develop new and expand historic alliances with civil rights, labor, and other community-based leaders/organizations whose mission are to serve marginalized communities. Also, through established national relationships, I provide technical assistance to NEA state/local affiliates to organize and build sustained relationships in the communities they represent. This supports the implementation of community organizing plans that have a direct impact on NEA’s members at the state/local level.

• Senior Program Assistant, Community Advocacy & Partnership Engagement

  • May 2013 - May 2021

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Provided senior level executive support by managing departmental projects, databases, and served as program manager over external partnerships and grants that advance existing community outreach initiatives among community partners. Managed external partnership funding in excess of $700,000 including all budgetary processes as it relates to our departmental return on investment process with organizations among the communities of color. Managed grant partnership funding in excess of $700,000… Show more Provided senior level executive support by managing departmental projects, databases, and served as program manager over external partnerships and grants that advance existing community outreach initiatives among community partners. Managed external partnership funding in excess of $700,000 including all budgetary processes as it relates to our departmental return on investment process with organizations among the communities of color. Managed grant partnership funding in excess of $700,000 including all budgetary processes, developing grant reporting metrics, overseeing the grant application processes, developing grant award notifications, managing advertising of and promotion of grant funding announcements, managing scoring processes and rubric of grant funding, and maintaining relationships with grantees to support them through technical assistance and the building and sustenance of community relationships. Supported grant projects in the implementation of their grant projects advocating on how they can best leverage their funds to effect change in their perspective local/state affiliates in the implementation of their community organizing projects in conjunction with their relevant community partners/coalitions leading in the grant project efforts. Managed communications and strategic partnerships with leading civil rights and labor union partners from the national, state, and local levels within communities of color advancing issues relevant in those communities. Advised on departmental strategic planning - researched existing partnerships and where similar stances exist on national, state, and local education policies and issues. Coordinated community outreach engagements focused on social and racial justice as well as civic engagement issues supporting and uplifting racial justice in education. Participated in external partner forums/engagements/briefings on behalf of department uplifting organizational priorities.

• Intern, Minority Community Organizing and Partnerships

  • Jan 2013 - May 2013

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Researched partnerships and community organization profiles through the creation of a categorized research database of positions on leading community issues. Supported the coordination of outreach events and volunteer efforts for legislative campaigns and rallies supporting advocacy priorities of the organization. Coordinated community outreach engagements focused on social and racial justice as well as civic engagement issues supporting and uplifting racial justice in education. Developed… Show more Researched partnerships and community organization profiles through the creation of a categorized research database of positions on leading community issues. Supported the coordination of outreach events and volunteer efforts for legislative campaigns and rallies supporting advocacy priorities of the organization. Coordinated community outreach engagements focused on social and racial justice as well as civic engagement issues supporting and uplifting racial justice in education. Developed presentations, reports, and briefing materials on various issues for senior level management on educational priorities. Briefed and supported the staffing of senior level officers of the organization at the national level.



National Black Law Students Association

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• National Chair

  • Apr 2018 - Apr 2019

  Washington, District Of Columbia Served as the Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the nation’s largest student-run non-profit organization representing Black and minority law students in every law school. Developed national programming and strategic partnerships at the national, state, and local levels aimed at advancing and increasing the number of culturally responsible Black and minority attorneys who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. Managed, supervised, and coordinated a… Show more Served as the Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the nation’s largest student-run non-profit organization representing Black and minority law students in every law school. Developed national programming and strategic partnerships at the national, state, and local levels aimed at advancing and increasing the number of culturally responsible Black and minority attorneys who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. Managed, supervised, and coordinated a team of 100 students leaders maintaining general executive and administrative authority over the business, operations, programs, initiatives, and other activities of the organization. Oversaw the work of all professional and other enlisted contractors, consultants, and administrative staff. Served as the organization’s chief external facing representative to external organizations and media. Coordinated, planned, and hosted a national convention of over 500 participants including association members, alumni, and legal practitioners/professionals which included planning all aspects of workshop sessions, advocacy issue related forums, advocacy competitions, job fairs, and networking forums. Oversaw fundraising initiatives and maintained fiscal stewardship in compliance with federal, state and local tax obligations. Show less



University of Baltimore School of Law

• United States
• Higher Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Student Attorney

  • Aug 2018 - Dec 2018

  Baltimore, Maryland, United States Represented indigent criminal defendants in their efforts to challenge unfair and improper bail determinations. Conducted case intake, evaluated and prepared cases by reviewing transcripts, interviewing clients and family members, and conducting fact investigations. Drafted pleadings and represented clients in hearings, including bail review hearings. Filed habeas corpus petitions and participated in appellate litigation. Analyzed data to inform the development of new litigation and… Show more Represented indigent criminal defendants in their efforts to challenge unfair and improper bail determinations. Conducted case intake, evaluated and prepared cases by reviewing transcripts, interviewing clients and family members, and conducting fact investigations. Drafted pleadings and represented clients in hearings, including bail review hearings. Filed habeas corpus petitions and participated in appellate litigation. Analyzed data to inform the development of new litigation and legislative strategies to support systemic criminal justice reform efforts. Produced a year-round summative report highlighting successes of the Clinic’s efforts and providing recommendations to reform Maryland’s bail system. Show less



Council on Legal Education Opportunity (CLEO)

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Fellowship

  • Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  Oxford, Mississippi, United States The mission of the Council on Legal Opportunity (CLEO) is to expand opportunities for persons from low-income, minority, and disadvantaged backgrounds to become successful law school applicants, law students, and lawyers by providing the information and support necessary to produce well-prepared candidates for admission, aid them in their academic performance, assist them in their career aspirations, and help them prepare for the bar examination. Participated in CLEO's six week fellowship… Show more The mission of the Council on Legal Opportunity (CLEO) is to expand opportunities for persons from low-income, minority, and disadvantaged backgrounds to become successful law school applicants, law students, and lawyers by providing the information and support necessary to produce well-prepared candidates for admission, aid them in their academic performance, assist them in their career aspirations, and help them prepare for the bar examination. Participated in CLEO's six week fellowship program hosted at the University of Mississippi School of Law where I was able to garner legal skills before entering law school and the ability to understand the rigor of obtaining a legal education. Show less



Environmental Defense Fund

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Policy Intern

  • Jan 2013 - May 2013

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Conducted regulatory and legislative research regarding oceans policy and environment related issues. Created congressional stakeholder databases and developed informational materials in preparation for congressional member meetings. Assisted policy and regional staff on political outreach and advocacy activities to create and sustain partnerships with community organizations. Tracked assignments and progress on policy campaigns and other national policy efforts related to sustainable ocean… Show more Conducted regulatory and legislative research regarding oceans policy and environment related issues. Created congressional stakeholder databases and developed informational materials in preparation for congressional member meetings. Assisted policy and regional staff on political outreach and advocacy activities to create and sustain partnerships with community organizations. Tracked assignments and progress on policy campaigns and other national policy efforts related to sustainable ocean practices. Show less



Congressional Black Caucus Foundation

• United States
• Public Policy
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Emerging Leaders Intern, Senator Michael Bennet (Colorado) - Congressional Black Caucus Foundation

  • Sep 2012 - Dec 2012

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Assisted legislative staff in the drafting of daily correspondence and constituent letters. Participated in forums/briefings/hearings on behalf of legislative staff. Researched and provided reports on proposed policies around education and healthcare with Legislative Directors. Staffed into support of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference.



Howard University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive President

  • May 2011 - May 2012

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Served as Executive President of Howard University's College of Arts & Sciences Student Council that represented the largest college in the school with over 3,000 students. Supervised and managed over 30 staff members. Executed initiatives and programs for student population. Managed a financial budget of over $200,000. Appointed students for university committees. Appointed to seats on University Boards and served as a student adviser to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. Coordinated… Show more Served as Executive President of Howard University's College of Arts & Sciences Student Council that represented the largest college in the school with over 3,000 students. Supervised and managed over 30 staff members. Executed initiatives and programs for student population. Managed a financial budget of over $200,000. Appointed students for university committees. Appointed to seats on University Boards and served as a student adviser to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. Coordinated with college departmental chairs and advisory boards to support students and student life. Appointed to the inaugural class of the White House's National Campus Leadership Council.

• Chief of Staff

  • May 2010 - May 2011

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Managed 50 staff members. Directed tasks to departments. Developed yearly calendar. Served as executive assistant and advisor to the President of the College of Arts & Sciences Student Council. Directly managed staff and served as direct manager over hiring processes and appointing of all staff members.

• Community Outreach Coordinator

  • May 2010 - May 2011

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Enlightened students to become involved in service. Led students in various projects in the community. Planned all student run community service for the entire university student population. Coordinated, scheduled, and hosted community events on campus. Created lasting community partnerships. Sponsored Relay for Life event with the American Cancer Society

• Programs Director

  • Aug 2009 - May 2010

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Coordinated, scheduled, and hosted events for student population focused around issues relevant to the student population and their student life on campus. Created tactful partnerships with leading organizations and entities around the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas to collaborate on like-minded programmatic activities to advance our students' experience on campus.



U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Legal Intern

  • May 2010 - Aug 2010

  Aiken, SC Wrote case briefs and legal memoranda for the Chief Counsel. Studied and researched case law on environmental regulations supporting the Office of Counsel efforts. Participated in mediation preparation alongside Chief Counsel and attorneys of the department. Coordinated, developed, and maintained Office of Chief Counsel internal web portal.



Texas Attorney General

• Law Practice
• 700 & Above Employee

• Intern

  • May 2009 - Aug 2009

  Texas City, TX Worked in coordination with Assistant Attorney General Officers in district court houses where I supported their daily docket efforts including case preparation, organizing docket files, handling paperwork involving where one party was present at case hearings. Provided administrative support to the office and established a new filing system for case files for over five years. Assisted the Genetic Testing Department in their office function including providing administrative support.



Texas Attorney General

• Law Practice
• 700 & Above Employee

• Volunteer

  • May 2008 - Aug 2008

  Texas City, TX Created excel database for 3 years of closed cases. Created organized filing system for office functions. Assisted in administrative functions including: phone communication, filing documents, and assisting the office secretary. Volunteered with the Legislative Staff and Assistant Attorney General Officers at the district court houses, ultimately being able to assess cases where only one party was present.