Impact Communications and Research Strategist
I provide impact communications and research strategy for mission‑driven organizations that need assistance with communicating clearly, aligning, and crafting compelling narratives. My work sits at the intersection of research, strategy, and narrative crafting, helping teams translate complex ideas, data, and community insight into communication that is both accessible and actionable. Organizations partner with me when they need to articulate their impact, strengthen proposals and reports, design or refine evaluations, or communicate their work with purpose across audiences. I craft messaging frameworks, impact stories, visual translations, and research‑based insights that support decision‑making, stakeholder alignment, and strategic growth.
Grounded in equity and informed by nearly two decades across public policy, legal advocacy, philanthropy, academic research, and frontline service, my approach weaves data, narrative, and structure to illuminate what’s working and what’s possible. I bring a commitment to culturally grounded communication, rigorous analysis, and honoring lived experience as expertise. Whether the goal is to secure funding, communicate progress, or build toward an intentional future, I help organizations move their work forward with clarity, coherence, and impact.
Services
Research Strategy
1:1 Academic Pathways Coaching
I support funders, nonprofits, and research institutions in communicating their impact with clarity and purpose. Through research translation, data storytelling, and strategic narrative development, I help organizations understand their work, articulate their value, and move audiences toward action.
I’ve led and collaborated on research across policy, philanthropy, housing systems, and community‑based initiatives. My work includes co-written peer‑reviewed publications, evaluation reports, policy analyses, community‑rooted studies, and cross‑sector research partnerships.
I provide focused, personalized support for students, parents, and high school counselors navigating competitive undergraduate admissions and the transition to graduate school. My guidance blends academic expertise with practical, long‑term strategy—covering applications, thesis editing, viva preparation, research grants, networking, and confident academic communication. I’ve supported students across many disciplines and help you refine your ideas, strengthen your writing, and move through your academic journey with clarity. If you need thoughtful, tailored support, I’d be honored to work with you.
