Equity-Centered Communication & Outreach

Professional Summary

Equity-focused communicator with more than a decade of experience advancing inclusion, trust, and systemic change through storytelling, public engagement, and community collaboration. Skilled in developing strategic messaging and digital/print content that lifts marginalized voices and strengthens institutional accountability. Proven record of supporting school districts, nonprofits, and public agencies in creating clear, human-centered communication strategies that reflect the diversity of the communities served.

Core Skills

Professional Experience

Equity Advisory Committee Member
Evergreen Public Schools • Vancouver, WA • 2020–2025

Advise district leadership on equity communication, outreach, and policy reform affecting 20,000+ students.
Review and co-develop district equity plans, audit findings, and engagement frameworks.
Collaborate with administrators, educators, families, and students to promote inclusive public engagement.
Co-created Embrace the Spectrum, an LGBTQ+ visibility campaign with a communications calendar, resource hub, and inclusive outreach templates.

Communication & Design Specialist
Portland, OR • 2015–Present

Develop communication materials for education-focused programs, district initiatives, and community engagement.
Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accessibility, representation, and consistency in messaging.
Introduced AI-powered tools through the Copilot AI Initiative to streamline workflows and make design more inclusive.
Led Leadership Projects focused on sustainability, internal communication, and process improvement.

Independent Projects & Freelance
WA & OR • 2010–Present

Edited and published Always With Hope, a memoir by Lyudmila Oparina, and launched a companion website to share her story with global audiences.
Co-led Vancouver Arts LIVE, a digital platform connecting local artists and audiences through storytelling and cultural promotion.
Directed messaging for Foster Washington, a statewide campaign raising awareness and support for foster care reform.
Designed outreach campaigns for nonprofits addressing public health, equity, and social justice issues.

Earlier Experience

Video Production Specialist – Clark/Vancouver Television (CVTV) • 1996–2001 Produced public programming, city council coverage, and community affairs content.
Digital Media Specialist – Educational Service District 112 • 2001–2015 Created educational videos, staff training media, and equity-focused content for schools and regional agencies.

Education

M.A., Strategic Communication – Washington State University, Edward R. Murrow College of Communication (2019)
B.A., Digital Technology and Culture – Washington State University Vancouver (2011)
A.A.S., Television Production and Digital Communication – Mt. Hood Community College (1997)

Awards & Recognition

Spirit of ESD Award – Recognized for collaborative contributions to education and community service.
Recognized for leadership and collaboration in advancing equity initiatives within Evergreen Public Schools.

Community & Languages

LGBTQ+ advocate and public school volunteer
Fluent in English and Russian

Interested in working together?
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