Writing
The following examples showcase my range as a writer and communicator, from strategic messaging and op-eds to creative storytelling and advocacy content. Whether the goal is to inform, inspire, or influence, I bring clarity, voice, and purpose to every piece.
COP29 Features
COP is short for “Conference of the Parties,” meaning those countries who joined the international treaty called the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). I wrote all the content for NOAA's engagement in both 2023 and 2024. MORE
Access Against the Odds
My sister Lauren finds that being in nature has helped her get through some of the most difficult periods of life, but she’s had to fight hard to access the outdoors because of her physical disabilities. This is one of many articles I wrote during my time at Defenders of Wildlife. MORE
Stacey Abrams on the Power of Belief
Stacey Abrams, who shattered the glass ceiling with her 2018 run for governor of Georgia, received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from American University and spoke at the commencement of the AU School of Public Affairs. This is one of dozens of stories I wrote for American University. MORE
Finding the Missing Fish
Industrial fishing is big business, but as scientists uncover the extent of small-scale fishing—which often goes unreported— the impact on the ocean is much bigger. I wrote all the content for the news, fact sheets, and multimedia on this site. MORE
Defenders Magazine
Biodiversity refers to the spectacular variety of living species on Earth. To date, scientists have documented about 2 million species with perhaps 10 million more still unknown. I wrote this feature article for an issue of Defenders Magazine. MORE
Why the US Needs a Biodiversity Strategy — and Fast
I wrote this OpEd for the President and CEO of Defenders of Wildlife about the upcoming meeting of the Conference of the Parties on Biological Diversity. The piece was published by The Hill.
How Will Trump Exploit Public Lands? Dismantling Bureau of Land Management
I wrote this OpEd for the President and CEO of Defenders of Wildlife about the dismantling of BLM. The piece was published by The Hill.
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Panetta: Don't Take Oceans for Granted
I wrote this OpEd for Leon Panetta, who co-chaired the Pew Ocean Commission and founded the Panetta Institute at California State University. The piece was published on CNN's website.
Publications
The following are just a few examples of the materials and handouts I have regularly developed for the organizations I've supported.
