Communicator with Strategic Insight | Designer | Advocate for Equity & Truth
The Evergreen Public Schools campaign promotes diversity and inclusion, focusing on LGBTQ+ visibility and support since 2022. Engaging the community through events, education, and storytelling, it aims to normalize conversations around LGBTQ+ identities and create safe environments. The initiative encourages involvement and advocates for representation and empowerment in schools.
This blog post reflects on an online exchange about LGBTQ+ issues, highlighting the escalation of misinformation and targeted fear from individuals like Vladimir. The author counters claims that LGBTQ+ visibility equates to predation and emphasizes the importance of acceptance, compassion, and truth. Ultimately, it advocates for dignity and resilience against hate.
Always With Hope is a memoir by Lyudmila Oparina, detailing the life of a resilient Soviet woman who faced war, labor, and political upheaval. It emphasizes the power of compassion, responsibility, and hope in challenging times. The book serves as a poignant reminder of perseverance and the importance of sharing personal narratives.
Professional Summary Communicator with strategic insight and a strong public service ethic, specializing in education, cultural outreach, and inclusive storytelling. More than 10 years of experience supporting equity-focused communication in public institutions, community programs, and educational settings. Skilled in developing print and digital content that informs, builds trust, and reflects the diversity of the communities …
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Professional Summary Creative professional with more than a decade of experience leading visual communication and brand storytelling for mission-driven organizations. Skilled in creative direction, design strategy, and message alignment across print, digital, and community platforms. Passionate about purpose-driven work that advances inclusion, accessibility, and social good. Known for combining creative leadership, strategic planning, and cross-functional …
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Professional Summary Communicator with strategic insight, passionate about crafting clear, compelling stories that engage the public, build trust, and drive action. With more than a decade of experience in content strategy, campaign messaging, and multimedia production, I specialize in shaping narratives for nonprofits, education, and mission-driven initiatives. Skilled in translating complex information into accessible, meaningful …
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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 …
Reconciliation is not about making everything fit. It’s about allowing everything to be—fully, honestly, and without shame.
This essay explores the author's personal journey navigating familial relationships within a global Evangelical ministry, confronting the paradox of unconditional love versus conditional acceptance. Through reflection, the author seeks recognition, accountability, and understanding, aiming to document the lived experience of LGBTQ+ individuals while analyzing the disconnect between theological rhetoric and real-life empathy.
Maintaining relationships with evangelical Christian family members as an LGBTQ+ person can be one of the most emotionally complex challenges we face. These are not just intellectual disagreements—they cut to the core of who we are and who our families believe us to be. As someone raised in a largely secular household, with a mother …
Mikhail Oparin 