Creatrix, World Changer
It's great to meet you! Here's a little about me.
I love teaching! I have been teaching workshops and classes since 2002, including childbirth education and professional workshops for birth professionals. I became a certified NEAR Science Speaker in 2014 with Kitsap Strong, and have been teaching about resilience ever since. Now my day-job is to onboard volunteers for a reproductive justice organization, including all of their training. I'm having a great time!
I've served the Kitsap Community as liaison between families and resources for almost 30 years and there's no stopping now. No matter where my journey finds me, you'll see me on the front lines with families, and in strategic rooms to ensure those families voices are represented where policy is being created.
Getting personal
I live on the Kitsap Peninsula with my unconventional family and we are growing our little version of queer utopia right here in South Kitsap. I am excited to work with people from all backgrounds, with the common ground that we are all seeking to take the best care of those we love, even if we have different approaches.
I passionately love people and curiosity is how I navigate relationships. I can't make you an expert, but I can share what I've learned and help you skip those steps!
I believe that solutions require innovation and daring, an understanding of systems while also thinking outside the box. As a result, I've had many personal and professional adventures that have informed my approach to supporting others in their journeys.
Professional Background
Summary
My strengths are in leading groups, facilitation, public speaking, teaching, communication, conflict resolution and holding space in challenging environments. I am excited about people and building community. Updated 11/2024.
Background
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Community Resiliency Initiative Trauma Informed Professional I and II | Dec 2024
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Network Movement Building Lab 2024-2025 Member, National Network of Abortion Funds | 2024 to present
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Human Rights Council of Kitsap County, South Kitsap Seat - 2023 to Present
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Steering Committee Member of the Pregnancy Related Care Research Network at University of Washington | 2024 to present
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Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) WA-DOH Advisory Group Member| 2023 to present
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Certified Doula and Childbirth Educator | 2002 - Current
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Professional Mentor for Perinatal Professionals | 2018 to Present
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Nonprofit Leadership
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NWAAF | Volunteer and Training Coordinator | 2023 to Present
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Kitsap Immigrant Assistance Center | Development Director | 2019 to 2021
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Kitsap HOPE Circle | Board President | 2017 to 2019
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Kitsap Community Food Co-op | Founder, Steering Committee, Board President | 2007 to 2016
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Certified NEAR Science Speaker | Kitsap Strong | 2017 to Present
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Developed and facilitated Birth Trauma groups for perinatal professionals | Kitsap County | 2015 to Present
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Doula and Childbirth Educator Trainer | Childbirth International | 2014-2018
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Shanti Uganda Doula Trainer for Ugandan Midwives | Shanti Uganda | 2012
Awards and Acknowledgements
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20 Under 40 Honoree | Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal | 2014
