25+ years of leadership in education, non-profits, and state and local government with experience in policy/research briefs writing, grant writing, program development, and management. Career has been focused on the fields of education, LGBTQ youth-related work, and direct youth work
Wrote and currently managing a 5-year $1 million state agency grant to address mental health disparities for LGBTQ youth. The grant renewed for an additional 4 years
Managed evaluations of non-profit and government programs
Created and delivered presentations and keynotes for educators and human service professionals
Published author, including a book published by Beacon Press and author of articles for professional journals and policy briefs
Adjunct faculty for undergraduate and masters level students including development of new courses
Proficient in Google Suite, MS Office, Zoom
MA in Urban and Environmental Policy from Tufts; BA in Social Work from Cornell