I have held a passion for building diverse relationships, engaging in community activism, and contributing to systemic change for almost 20 years. I'm excited about what possibilities lie ahead in the next 20 years!
CURRENT PROJECT
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I am currently working as Family Champion for Generations Forward, a collective of families, agencies, and educators who are dedicated to improving the well-being of all families in Whatcom County. Since October 2018, I have connected with families to identify needs for support, co-facilitate quarterly meetings, and form a family leadership group that approves and drives initiatives and policies. As part of a NOW (Network of Opportunities for Child Well-being) grant, I built relationships with other community champions nationally, which led to the implementation of innovative concepts and practices in our local collaborative.
Interested in learning more? Contact me to chat over a cup of tea or check out an upcoming gathering where children are welcome and we love to share snacks!
Special thanks to Whatcom County Health Department and Opportunity Council for leading this work!
Interested in learning more? Contact me to chat over a cup of tea or check out an upcoming gathering where children are welcome and we love to share snacks!
Special thanks to Whatcom County Health Department and Opportunity Council for leading this work!
PAST PROJECT
REACH (Respecting Ethnic & Cultural Heritage) is committed to systemic social change and the development of schools and communities which honor and value human diversity. Co-facilitating REACH workshops was such an incredible opportunity to engage in courageous conversations. Some of the outcomes of attending these workshops include:
- Connecting with current concepts, resources and information
- Gaining an increase in cultural self-awareness and understanding
- Examining the basic components and the historical, institutional power of the "isms" -racism, sexism, elitism, etc.
- Engaging in cross-cultural learning activities
Ready to continue your equity, diversity, and belonging co-learning? Contact my co-facilitation partner Julie Mauermann to learn more!
FUTURE POSSIBILITIES
Are you excited about using your creativity and imagination to explore a new project or program? I'm here to listen to your ideas! Let's talk.