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Initiative
In the spring of 2022, my brother, Dominic, and I formed a peace-building group called Experiential Peace Organizing Committee (EPOC for short.)
Peace isn't just a value - it is an experience. It is an experience that we are all deserving of and we must name it, imagine it, and build it - together. Our determination is to spread the radical news that we, as humans, deserve to live in a world that uplifts, imagines, funds, and unequivocally supports peace - for all! Things like affordable housing, fully-paid parental leave, unlimited sick leave, universal healthcare, and affordable child care are all within our reach if we, as a society, work hard together to pressure our legislators to prioritize holistic peace in our communities.
Furthermore, peace-building connects with so many other forms of grassroots organizing like environmental justice, racial justice, LGBTQ+ justice, police reform, prison-industrial complex abolition, and so much more! Any government funding that is going towards war and the military industrial complex is money that is being diverted from creating enriching programs for our communities.
You can read more about EPOC and get involved by visiting our website, which I designed using Squarespace. Also, check out the digital zine "Pax in Terra" which I produce.
Earlier this year, I partnered with the Communications Workers of America (CWA) to produce a series of short-form, informative videos amplifying the voices of Research Assistants in New York who had recently secured important wins through union organizing. This project was especially meaningful to me, as I collaborated with my sister-in-law, Erin Mahoney, who works with CWA.
Based off of the footage provided, I crafted multiple videos optimized for social media that combined concise storytelling with authentic interviews. Each piece was designed to engage quickly and clearly, highlighting both the personal impact of union victories and the collective power of organizing.
Particularly, this project showcases my ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, while remaining receptive to creative feedback. I pride myself on making rapid edits and adjustments as needed, ensuring that the final content is both polished and aligned with the vision of the organizers.
I got added on to this project last-minute as a pro bono service, and it was so refreshing and fulfilling. I connect deeply with the work of this union - and any union for that matter - that is putting workers first!
