ABOUT ME

I am committed to making the world a better and more just place. 

I thrive in seeing the big picture and providing “clara-ty” in complex processes, moving people from identifying problems to creating solutions. Participation and Transformation are major themes in all my work. I believe that meaningful personal and community development are driven by meaningful participation, and that the deeper the participation, the more elevated the potential for change. I have been profoundly transformed by work in personal and organizational empowerment and participatory action research, seeing the impact both can have on individuals, communities, and organizations.

My journey has taken me down the path of educator, artist, researcher, facilitator, professional development enthusiast, director of El Puente Global Justice Institute, and director of Global Exchange at Urban Design Forum. I hold an M.S. Ed from Bank Street College of Education in Leadership in Community-Based Learning and a B.A. from NYU Gallatin School of Individualized Study in Community Development, Latin American Studies, and Studio Art. 

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