Partnership for People with Disabilities

What is your role at the Partnership and what does it involve?
I'm a Project Coordinator at the Partnership, supporting both program and administrative efforts across several initiatives. My role includes coordinating logistics and communications for TAC-DHH, Project PEACE, PCORI/SALTTR, and the Inclusion Project, while also serving on the Administrative/Events team. From managing calendars and organizing meetings to helping get the meals and hotel rooms for partnership events, I help ensure things run smoothly behind the scenes so teams can focus on the work that matters.

What inspired you to join the Partnership?
I was drawn to the Partnership’s support of people with disabilities and their families. I wanted to be part of a team that values intentionality, accessibility, and collaboration in all aspects of its work—from big-picture planning to day-to-day logistics.

How does your work contribute to the mission of the Partnership?
Whether I'm coordinating an event or keeping a complex project organized, I’m helping build infrastructure that supports sustainable system changes. My role allows others to show up fully and stay aligned with our mission—and that ripple effect matters.

What’s something you're proud of accomplishing in your role?
I’m proud of the way I’ve balanced project work and administrative responsibilities while supporting multiple teams. It’s fulfilling to know that my contributions help initiatives move forward while also helping our events feel meaningful and well-executed.

What does a typical day look like for you?
No two days are the same, but most include a mix of planning meetings, creating materials, responding to partner questions, and juggling logistics for programs and events. I also love checking in with teammates across projects—it helps everything stay connected.

What do you enjoy most about the work you do here?
I enjoy the range of work I get to do and the people I get to do it with. Whether I’m prepping for a virtual training or helping pull together a statewide convening, the work matters—and I get to support it in a hands-on way.

How do you collaborate with other team members or partners?
Collaboration is built into everything I do. I regularly connect with team leads, provide behind-the-scenes support, and adapt based on partner feedback. It’s always a team effort, and that’s what makes it work.

What experience or background do you bring to the team?
I bring a strong background in project coordination, event planning, and administrative support, all rooted in a foundation of communication and public service. I earned my undergraduate degree from Longwood University in Communication Studies with a concentration in Public Relations and Organizational Communication, where I also completed an internship focused on event planning. I'm currently pursuing my Master of Public Administration (MPA), which continues to shape my approach to how I work. These combined experiences help me support both the logistics and the heart of the Partnership’s mission.

What excites you about the future of this work?
I’m excited about how the Partnership continues to center lived experience and deepen its relationships with community members. There’s real momentum toward co-creation, and I’m honored to play a part in that shift.

What’s one thing you wish more people understood about the work we do?
I wish more people understood that as a UCEDD the work we do goes far beyond providing services—it’s about systems change. We focus on supporting people at every level, working alongside communities to shift policies, practices, and mindsets. Whether it’s training professionals, supporting self-advocates, or coordinating statewide initiatives, everything we do is part of a larger effort to build a more just and inclusive society for people with disabilities.