Research & Data Analyst

• May 2021 - Present

Gender Policy Advisor

• Oct 2020 - May 2021

• Oversaw the development of the campaign’s policy platform on gender justice issues• Completed research and wrote and edited policy briefs on domestic policy issues including gender justice, immigrants’ rights, LGBTQ rights, mental health policy, and gun violence • Oversaw the development of the campaign’s policy platform on gender justice issues• Completed research and wrote and edited policy briefs on domestic policy issues including gender justice, immigrants’ rights, LGBTQ rights, mental health policy, and gun violence

Social Work Intern

• Sep 2019 - May 2020

• Provided short-term, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive counseling, advocacy, and crisis intervention for LGBTQ and HIV-affected survivors of violence• Collaborated with Deputy Executive Director of programs to develop a program evaluation pilot for the agency• Provided client-centered advocacy around issues of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, hate violence, housing and employment discrimination, economic empowerment, police violence, and mental health services for LGBTQ and HIV-affected survivors

Research Intern

• Apr 2019 - Aug 2019

Research Intern at the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) program within the Earth Institute at Columbia University• Conducted policy research to support the goals of the WPS Peace & Social Change Fellowship Program, which aims to empower grassroots women's empowerment and peace-building organizations through participatory action research and the creation of a transnational hub of interdisciplinary work• Drafted policy memos grounded in the needs and desires of the fellows in order to support and increase the visibility of the fellows’ activism

Youth Programs Intern

• Sep 2018 - May 2019

Legal Department Intern

• Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

• Provided resources, information, and referrals to LGBTQ and HIV-affected asylum-seekers• Researched country conditions and drafted memos to support cases of clients seeking asylum on the grounds of sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or HIV status• Conducted legal research on recent immigration policy changes and completed a policy memo on relevant findings for the agency • Provided resources, information, and referrals to LGBTQ and HIV-affected asylum-seekers• Researched country conditions and drafted memos to support cases of clients seeking asylum on the grounds of sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or HIV status• Conducted legal research on recent immigration policy changes and completed a policy memo on relevant findings for the agency

SIPA Capstone Workshop Consultant & Report Editor

• Jan 2018 - May 2018

Project Title: "Innovation in Women Programming- Understand the Potential of Using Twitter Data Combined with Traditional Survey Data to Measure Societal Dynamics Related to Violence Against Women (VAW) In Brazil"• Conducted research on the potential of using Twitter data combined with traditional survey data to measure societal dynamics related to violence against women (VAW) in Brazil• Co-authored, designed, and edited final report• Team was awarded the 2018 Dr. Susan Aurelia Gitelson Award for Human Values in International Affairs for this project

Database Account Manager

• Nov 2016 - Oct 2017

Analyzed data collection and reporting processes of new clients, developed recommendations for improved efficiency, provided data conversion services, and built customized databases for clients. Clients were primarily direct service non-profit agencies addressing domestic violence, dating violence, and sexual violence. Analyzed data collection and reporting processes of new clients, developed recommendations for improved efficiency, provided data conversion services, and built customized databases for clients. Clients were primarily direct service non-profit agencies addressing domestic violence, dating violence, and sexual violence.

Booking Consultant

• Nov 2015 - Jun 2017

Managed the process of booking shows at venues across the country for this performance piece on racial identity and justice Managed the process of booking shows at venues across the country for this performance piece on racial identity and justice

SafeLink Advocate

• Aug 2015 - Dec 2015

Provided direct advocacy, support, and referrals for survivors of domestic violence

Bilingual Residential Program Advocate

• Feb 2015 - Aug 2015

• Provided case management to clients by creating trauma-informed service plans and coordinating crisis intervention services• Managed day-to-day administrative processes within the shelter, organized programs, performed intakes, supervised program participants and enforced shelter rules• Helped clients connect with legal and housing services, immigration support, counseling, and other community resources as needed• Initiated, developed, and facilitated technology safety-planning workshops for program participants

Photographic Assistant

• Dec 2014 - Apr 2015

• Provided crucial administrative support and managed organizational systems within the office• Retouched, cropped, and manipulated images for publication using Adobe Photoshop• Managed social media presence • Provided crucial administrative support and managed organizational systems within the office• Retouched, cropped, and manipulated images for publication using Adobe Photoshop• Managed social media presence

Research and Development Intern

• Jun 2013 - Sep 2013

• Collaborated with Afghani activist Mina Sherzoy to develop a forum for private-public dialogue among Afghani women’s rights activists. Coordinated logistics, researched resources and potential allies, and drafted concept papers• Supervised interns and served as interim liaison between the Director and the Consortium’s summer interns• Conducted research on “Global South” perspectives on gender, armed conflict, and peace-building; analyzed scholarly resources and summarized findings in an annotated bibliography• Transcribed Consortium events and conferences and edited for content and grammarAdditional research projects included: → Gender Responsive Budgeting → Feminist Critiques of the International Human Rights Discourse → Gender, Armed Conflict, and Peace-Building: Voices from the "Global South"

Staff Photographer

• Sep 2011 - May 2013

• Provided photographic coverage of campus events for publication• Retouched images using Photoshop

Event Photographer

• Sep 2011 - May 2012

• Provided photographic coverage of campus events for use and publication by both the Eckerd College Communications Office and the Campus Activities Office• Coordinated and shot portraits of special guests and speakers

Founder / Director

• Dec 2009 - May 2012

• Founded and directed a student-run advocacy committee devoted to providing supportive services to survivors of sexual abuse on campus• Initiated, organized, and facilitated events and trainings• Worked in collaboration with Student Affairs, the Dean of Students, Campus Safety, the Health Center, Counseling Services, and student groups to develop awareness-building campaigns• Supervised volunteers, student advocates, and programs

Waterfront Shop Staff

• Jan 2010 - May 2010

Provided general maintenance services, including painting, sanding, and basic repairs; Helped organize and conduct fund-raisers

Diversity Office Intern

• May 2012 - Aug 2012

• Collaborated with the Director of the department to develop a diversity training program for employees and interns at the state agency• Assisted with research and drafted workplace discrimination reports for the MassDEP Commissionner• Participated in the selection of a diverse applicant pool for MassDEP’s permanent paid positions• Conducted research regarding employment opportunities for international applicants• Managed MassDEP’s internship program; coordinated field trips and events; communicated effectively with staff and interns; administered internship program database using Microsoft Excel

Construction and Maintenance Crew Member

• Jun 2011 - Aug 2012

Provided high-end construction and maintenance services for diverse clientele Provided high-end construction and maintenance services for diverse clientele

Freelance Photographer

• Jan 2007 - Jun 2012

• Created and marketed original prints and greeting cards• Provided photographic coverage of events for a variety of organizations, individuals, and performing artists • Created and marketed original prints and greeting cards• Provided photographic coverage of events for a variety of organizations, individuals, and performing artists