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Advocacy & Policy

My work is rooted in the belief that when people are informed, connected, & empowered—real change happens.

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Speaking & Facilitation

Speaking and facilitation are at the core of my work. I’m a former national speech competitor and state champion, and I thrive in spaces where connection, clarity, and presence matter.

I specialize in translating complex ideas and public policy into language that is clear, engaging, and accessible—helping people not just understand issues, but connect to them.

Whether leading a workshop, speaking at an event, or facilitating dialogue, my approach is grounded in storytelling, adaptability, and genuine connection.

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Advocacy & Youth

A founding member of Reusable LA, Chair of the Palms Green Committee for four years, coastal resilience and ocean advocate who has shaped environmental policy for both LA City Hall and the LA County Board of Supervisors— my work with youth and the environment centers on connection, education, and empowerment. As a former coral reef researcher, educator, and art-based facilitator, I engage with environmental issues in meaningful, accessible ways—using mentorship, creativity.

From climate resilience and coastal access to youth engagement and creative facilitation, I focus on building bridges—between policy and people, science and storytelling, and ideas and action.

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Policy & Leadership

As a CORO Women in Leadership Fellow, public servant by way of my own local community and also as an elected staffer for Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, I lead initiatives that connect communities with policy and decision-making. From being elected to serve two terms on the board of the Palms Neighborhood Council to advancing County-wide efforts across environmental, infrastructure, and equity-focused initiatives, I design engagement strategies, advise on policy, and build partnerships across sectors that translate complex systems into clear, community-centered impact.

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