About Me
I am a professional advocate specializing in community education in Southwest Florida.
My goal isn't to change the world, but to make my corner of the world a place where everyone, regardless of lived experience, can thrive with the right resources.
How it allstarted
My path toward becoming a community advocate solidified during my time as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in a K-12 setting. This experience shaped my view of our current world and how, as a society/community, we often focus on what individuals cannot do rather than what they can.
Systemic deficiencies in accommodations, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) implementation, and effective advocacy led me to focus on designing knowledgeable, inclusive, and effective learning environments for all learners regardless of abilities and/or lived experiences
How it’s going
I currently serve as a Community Education Advocate at The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. In this role, I develop and facilitate educational presentations that equip emerging advocates with vital resources surrounding domestic violence and human trafficking, while helping survivors reclaim and envision a safe, healthy, and fulfilling future.
I also remain engaged with FGCU’s Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Initiative (GIDDI), where I previously served as Program Support Specialist. As an active volunteer, I support GIDDI’s community initiatives by championing neurodiversity and advocating for universally inclusive learning spaces.
The future is bright
My work philosophy centers on empowering learners to stay curious and draw strength from their unique lived experiences. As an advocate and educator, I believe real impact happens when we recognize every individual's distinct strengths and equip them with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to improve their corner of the world.
This commitment to inclusion goes hand in hand with strategic execution. I evaluate my educational designs against clear learning metrics and organizational outcomes, demonstrating that empathetic, accessible design is essential to driving measurable success.