writing portfolio

a collection of my personal and professional writing.
How JBRF navigates biases in grantmaking
Sep 18, 2023

Navigating biases in grantmaking is not easy, but it is imperative. In this blog, I dive into JBRF’s approach.

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Trust-based philanthropy: empowering community members to drive solutions
Jul 25, 2023

This piece delves into the Jane Bancroft Robinson Foundation’s trust-based philanthropy approach, and the origins of Black Women Thriving East of the River.

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Supporting the Launch of a Brand
Aug 31, 2022

I designed social media graphics and wrote copy supporting the Jane Bancroft Robinson Foundation’s brand launch.

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Scaling Wacif’s web presence during a global pandemic
Jul 12, 2022

I led the launch of three WordPress websites at Wacif, expanding digital presence during a period of rapid growth at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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AVA Digital Awards Gold Winner 2022
Jan 31, 2022

I led the team awarded the Audio Visual Arts (AVA) Digital Award Gold Winner in 2022.

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MarCom Gold Award for Turning the Page Annual Report 2021
Jan 30, 2021

I supported the team that produced the award-winning annual report showcasing the Washington Area Community Investment Fund’s achievements and COVID-19 response.

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From vision to reality: designing a map to context-set a Smithsonian exhibit
May 1, 2019

I loved creating this map as part of Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum’s traveling exhibit Capturing Anacostia. Using tools like ArcGIS and Illustrator, I designed a visually engaging map that resonated with visitors and was later incorporated into the museum’s evergreen outdoor exhibit.

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D.C. neighborhood isn’t breathing easy | The Washington Post
May 8, 2018

I’m quoted in this perspective piece written by The Washington Post reporter Courtland Milloy as part of my work in Buzzard Point with Rhonda Hamilton and Kari Fulton.

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