Leadership & Community
Leadership, advocacy, and service through the arts
Through working with the arts council, Montclair film, YMCA, Safety Ville, and other service opportunities. Through these I’ve advocated for the arts, worked on collaboration in film, and have helped run a summit. Through all these I’ve been able to do help others and do leadership work.
New Jersey Arts Education Council
Student Advisory Board Member (2024–2025) • Selected as one of 12 students from 212 applicants statewide
Youth Arts Education Summit Moderator | Careers in Filmmaking
I helped moderate a panel featuring two NYU Tisch film students and a veteran playwright, actress, and director discussing careers in filmmaking.
Youth Arts Ambassador
I helped advocate and increased recognition of Arts in New Jersey High Schools and communities. Developed plans for an art club to encourage students beyond the traditional art classes to explore their creativity, along with a school art Instagram to showcase student work.
Worked with fellow Youth Arts Ed Council members to plan and promote the statewide Youth Arts Education Summit and made an episode for the Art Isn't a Limit podcast series.
Summit Planning & Promotion
Podcast: Healing Through Creativity
Arts Education as a Path to Youth Mental Wellness
I continue to contribute to Arts Ed NJ through blog posts and other initiatives.
Community Work
Helping with art, photography and the community
I enjoyed my time volunteering and spending time with the people I did. It helped me explore how to help and work with others around me.
YMCA Arts Mentor
I volunteered to help young children through arts and crafts activities, encouraging creativity, confidence, and self-expression in a fun and supportive environment.
Children's Safety Program
I photographed activities for social media content for a children's safety program, showcasing the program and celebrating young participants