Communications for Social Change.
I work at the intersection of story, strategy, and social change—helping movements, funders, and creatives translate urgency into narratives that move people, resources, and power. I am a queer, Portland, OR** based digital communications + creative strategy consultant partnering with creatives, nonprofits, foundations, and small businesses across the globe to create impactful change rooted in equity and justice. I leverage my decades+ of communications + creative strategy experience, as well as my visual storytelling skills, to co-create impactful strategies with each client . I’m best known for translating complex movement work into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with philanthropic and public audiences. My work is grounded in a deep attention to place, systems, and story—shaped by years of collaboration with grassroots movements, artists, and organizations working toward collective liberation.
This work is also informed by a contemplative practice rooted in community. Since 1998, I have been practicing within Tibetan and Zen Buddhist traditions, and the values of presence, interdependence, and compassionate action that run through those communities quietly shape how I show up for clients and movements alike.
I help clients:
Shape narratives that unlock funding and influence
Translate complex ideas into compelling editorial and digital content
Build communications strategies that align storytelling with organizational strategy
Bring creative projects to life—from concept through execution
Select Impact:
*Led communications strategy at Global Greengrants Fund, supporting $24M+ in grassroots climate justice funding
*Editorial and strategy work featured in Alliance Magazine, Devex, and philanthropic media
*Campaigns reaching millions and increasing audience engagement (e.g. +40% newsletter growth)
Services
I work at the intersection of story, strategy, and social change—partnering with nonprofits, funders, and creatives to shape narratives that move people, resources, and power.
Narrative Strategy & Positioning
Define the story that drives your work—and ensures it lands.
I help organizations clarify what they stand for, why it matters now, and how to communicate it with clarity and resonance. Together, we develop messaging and narrative frameworks that translate complex, systems-level work into compelling, accessible stories.
Includes:
Narrative development and messaging frameworks
Campaign and initiative positioning
Audience and voice alignment
Thought Leadership & Editorial Strategy
Shape ideas into writing that influences how people think—and where resources flow.
I partner with leaders and organizations to develop clear, compelling thought leadership that builds credibility and advances key ideas. From op-eds to annual reports, I translate expertise into writing that reaches and resonates with the right audiences.
Includes:
Op-eds, essays, and long-form writing
Ghostwriting for executive voices
Editorial strategy and content development
Strategic Communications & Campaigns
Align storytelling, content, and channels to drive engagement and impact.
I design communications strategies that connect narrative to action—whether that’s growing visibility, deepening engagement, or supporting fundraising. This work brings together content, platforms, and timing into a cohesive approach.
Includes:
Communications strategy development
Multi-channel campaigns (web, email, social)
Content planning and platform strategy
Movement-Centered Storytelling
Center the voices and knowledge shaping change on the ground.
My work is rooted in collaboration with grassroots movements, Indigenous communities, and frontline leaders. I develop stories that reflect lived realities while connecting local action to global systems and narratives.
Includes:
Story development and narrative building
Case studies and impact storytelling
Translating place-based work for broader audiences
Creative Direction & Collaboration
Bring strategy and story into form—across mediums and environments.
I collaborate on creative projects that extend beyond traditional communications—bridging narrative, visual art, and spatial experience. This includes concept development, storytelling direction, and interdisciplinary work.
Includes:
Creative concept and direction
Cross-disciplinary collaborations
Narrative development for experiential projects
Selected Clients & Collaborators
Global Greengrants Fund · Agroecology Fund · Global Alliance for the Future of Food · Black Farmer Fund · Farm Forward · Rooted Magazine · Magic Canoe · Whetstone Radio Collective
Work Together
I work with organizations and teams looking to sharpen their narrative, expand their reach, and align communications with impact.
** As a tribal member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, I acknowledge that the land where I live and work are the traditional village sites of the Multnomah, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Tualatin, Kalapuya, Molalla, bands of the Chinook, and many other Tribes who made their homes along the Columbia River.