Experience

Center For Artistic Activism

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Workshop Leader

  • Mar 2022 - Present

  U.S./Global Lead 6-week “Artistic Activism Learning Labs” for cohorts of 20 individuals across a range of experiences to build a foundation for the theory and practice behind creative advocacy to address social justice issues such as civic engagement and voting, reproductive freedom and climate action. Advise organizations – such as Supermajority, JULIAN, Indivisible, Mural Arts, Greenpeace and more – to problem solve and develop effective mobilization campaigns and actions – including performance… Show more Lead 6-week “Artistic Activism Learning Labs” for cohorts of 20 individuals across a range of experiences to build a foundation for the theory and practice behind creative advocacy to address social justice issues such as civic engagement and voting, reproductive freedom and climate action. Advise organizations – such as Supermajority, JULIAN, Indivisible, Mural Arts, Greenpeace and more – to problem solve and develop effective mobilization campaigns and actions – including performance pieces, interactive visual arts installations, cultural events, etc. Plan and facilitate in-depth, participatory workshops, retreats and artistic activism summits for groups ranging from 5-50 people. Mentor “Unstoppable Voters” fellows and Learning Lab participants engaged in artistic activism projects to help develop culturally sensitive audience engagement approaches and plan effective and affective campaigns. Work with a multi-national team to research, create and improve curriculums and educational resources on artistic activism for open-source use, workshops and webinars. Show less



Global Health Strategies

• United States
• Public Relations and Communications Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director

  • Dec 2020 - Mar 2023

  Manage international consultant teams of 3-20 people providing strategic communications, advocacy, grant management, and convening support to clients such as the World Health Organization, Primary Health Care Performance Initiative, Rockefeller Foundation, US CDC, and UNICEF. Projects have included: o Coordinating three-year, multimillion dollar grant to craft positive, intersectional narratives around abortion rights in Brazil, India, and South Africa through creative storytelling… Show more Manage international consultant teams of 3-20 people providing strategic communications, advocacy, grant management, and convening support to clients such as the World Health Organization, Primary Health Care Performance Initiative, Rockefeller Foundation, US CDC, and UNICEF. Projects have included: o Coordinating three-year, multimillion dollar grant to craft positive, intersectional narratives around abortion rights in Brazil, India, and South Africa through creative storytelling, grassroots small grants, and top-tier media outreach. o Chairing the inaugural internal Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Group, which acts as an accountability mechanism and pathway for staff input into DEI activities and goals facilitated by the Executive Management Team. o Managing bipartisan Congressional outreach and planning for Capitol Hill launch event for global #WithoutMom public mobilization campaign to scandalize maternal mortality, which garnered 230M+ social media impressions and successfully engaged high-level influencers such as Stacey Abrams, Laverne Cox, and Hillary Clinton.

• Manager

  • Mar 2019 - Dec 2020

  Greater New York City Area

• Senior Associate

  • Sep 2017 - Mar 2019

  Greater New York City Area



New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

• Reproductive Justice Evaluation Specialist

  • Sep 2017 - Jul 2018

  Developed comprehensive monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan to assess implementation and impact of the Sexual and Reproductive Justice Community Engagement Group (SRJ CEG), a coalition of 60+ organizations, artists and researchers setting city-wide SRJ agendas. Coordinated qualitative and quantitative data collection on birth justice advocacy and health care provider education in collaboration with CEG members, consultants, and staff in the Sexual and Reproductive Health… Show more Developed comprehensive monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan to assess implementation and impact of the Sexual and Reproductive Justice Community Engagement Group (SRJ CEG), a coalition of 60+ organizations, artists and researchers setting city-wide SRJ agendas. Coordinated qualitative and quantitative data collection on birth justice advocacy and health care provider education in collaboration with CEG members, consultants, and staff in the Sexual and Reproductive Health Unit. Managed qualitative and quantitative data analysis and the dissemination of findings across the CEG and DOHMH (up to Commissioner level) to improve quality of SRJ CEG activities. Engaged SRJ CEG members in all aspects of M&E to meet the highest standards of community engagement as laid out in DOHMH racial equity and social justice frameworks. Show less



Pure Earth

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

• Global Commission on Pollution + Health Outreach Coordinator

  • Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

  Greater New York City Area Conduct multisectoral stakeholder outreach to increase integrated pollution interventions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals – especially Goals 3, 5, and 13. Translate soon-to-be published research by the Commission on Pollution + Health – an initiative of The Lancet, the Global Alliance on Health and Pollution (GAHP), and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai – for public-facing advocacy on proven ways to address the global pollution crisis. Assist in the launch… Show more Conduct multisectoral stakeholder outreach to increase integrated pollution interventions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals – especially Goals 3, 5, and 13. Translate soon-to-be published research by the Commission on Pollution + Health – an initiative of The Lancet, the Global Alliance on Health and Pollution (GAHP), and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai – for public-facing advocacy on proven ways to address the global pollution crisis. Assist in the launch of the Health and Pollution Planning Process creating a roadmap for countries to address, control, and remediate priority pollution and health problems. Conceive and execute social media outreach strategy to increase pollution and health visibility among the general public, the media, NGOs, multilateral organizations, and international government agencies. Show less



Profamilia

• Hospitals and Health Care
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor

  • Jun 2016 - Dec 2016

  Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Designed qualitative observational assessment tool and implemented ‘mystery shopper’ evaluation study on quality of care in Profamilia’s largest health clinic in Santo Domingo. Recommended two priority actions to address health service gaps – undertaking survey of health care providers to identify barriers to highest attainable standard of care and strengthening functionality of electronic health record system. Developed 20 quantitative process indicators for ongoing quality… Show more Designed qualitative observational assessment tool and implemented ‘mystery shopper’ evaluation study on quality of care in Profamilia’s largest health clinic in Santo Domingo. Recommended two priority actions to address health service gaps – undertaking survey of health care providers to identify barriers to highest attainable standard of care and strengthening functionality of electronic health record system. Developed 20 quantitative process indicators for ongoing quality monitoring of Profamilia’s clinical sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services throughout their seven health clinics in the Dominican Republic. Ensured Profamilia's SRH services align with International Planned Parenthood Federation's 2015 Quality of Care Framework and global standards for the provision of youth-friendly, non-discriminatory, and comprehensive care. Monitored medical providers' compliance with institutional protocols to assess performance, identify gaps in institutional support for providers, and inform future training opportunities. Show less



Rabin Martin

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Merck for Mothers Intern

  • Jan 2016 - Apr 2016

  New York, NY Analyzed effectiveness of maternal health programs designed by partners such as Saving Mothers, Giving Life and Pathfinder International to inform future investment priorities. Evaluated health system infrastructure, including heath insurance accessibility and private sector facilities, in proposed project expansion sites in sub-Saharan Africa and India. Synthesized evidence on emergency obstetric quality of care indicators, family planning supply chain management, and maternal… Show more Analyzed effectiveness of maternal health programs designed by partners such as Saving Mothers, Giving Life and Pathfinder International to inform future investment priorities. Evaluated health system infrastructure, including heath insurance accessibility and private sector facilities, in proposed project expansion sites in sub-Saharan Africa and India. Synthesized evidence on emergency obstetric quality of care indicators, family planning supply chain management, and maternal health social franchise models for issue briefs and public communications materials. Show less



Center for Health and Gender Equity (CHANGE)

• United States
• Public Policy Offices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Associate

  • Jul 2014 - Apr 2015

  Washington D.C. Metro Area •Spearheaded steering committee to establish UN-recognized International Day for Maternal Health and Rights, featured in Lancet editorial. •Mobilized network of 10k grassroots partners supporting U.S. foreign policy that aligns with ICPD and Beijing principles. •Developed 30+ educational resources including webinars, factsheets, infographics, and blog posts to support international reproductive health and rights policy advocacy. •Managed community-based partnerships with allied… Show more •Spearheaded steering committee to establish UN-recognized International Day for Maternal Health and Rights, featured in Lancet editorial. •Mobilized network of 10k grassroots partners supporting U.S. foreign policy that aligns with ICPD and Beijing principles. •Developed 30+ educational resources including webinars, factsheets, infographics, and blog posts to support international reproductive health and rights policy advocacy. •Managed community-based partnerships with allied individuals and 40+ organizations internationally to build robust rights-based maternal health advocacy targeting Congress, the Obama Administration, and multilateral organizations. •Launched innovative social media strategy, including April 2015 #IntlMHDay Campaign garnering 51.9 million Twitter impressions from participants worldwide in 55 countries. •Strategically implemented two direct mail and online end-of-year fundraising campaigns and a 20th Anniversary fundraising campaign, which raised $33,600 in 3 months and acquired 40+ new individual donors. •Monitored and evaluated efficacy of programs by tracking outcomes and drafting reports to 15 institutional donors.

• Program Assistant

  • Apr 2013 - Jun 2014

  Washington D.C. Metro Area As Program Assistant, I provide overall support for CHANGE's program areas, including research and writing, website management, database maintenance, and event planning.



Plan International USA

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Corporate Relations Intern

  • Jun 2012 - Mar 2013

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Cultivated and stewarded relationships with current and prospective corporate donors such as Microsoft, J.P. Morgan, and Target. Maintained detailed expenditure records to foster accountability and transparency. Coordinated with programming team to manage and endorse portfolio of projects seeking funding in 50 countries. Drafted grant applications, narrative and financial reports, and capacity statements for corporate partners and Plan USA publications.



UNESCO

• France
• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• HIV Prevention and Health Promotion Unit Intern

  • Jun 2011 - Jul 2011

  Bangkok, Thailand Conducted research assessing the status of sexuality education in 28 Asia Pacific countries for a report published in Dec 2011. Facilitated workshops on best practices in advancing adolescent health during two annual regional conferences. Founded chapter of UN Cares, the “UN system-wide workplace programme on HIV.” Edited and translated Thailand’s National Museum of Sexuality website to promote access to relevant and accurate sexuality information for adolescents.