Hello!
I'm Sophia and this is my virtual portfolio.
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I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Family and Human Services and have been working for Capitol Hill Village since 2020. I am dedicated to making a positive impact on others through my academic and professional pursuits. Scroll thru my portfolio to learn more about me and my professional experiences.
Presentations and Documents
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
October 2020 to Present
Digital Media and Grant Program Strategist
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Capitol Hill Village
Washington D.C.
As the Digital Media and Grant Program Strategist for Capitol Hill Village, I play an essential role managing and updating Capitol Hill Village’s social media accounts and website. I also manage our D.C. Department of Aging and Community Living LGBTQ grant and assist with our Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments transportation grant. My position honed my ability to plan events and programs, engage with community members, conduct outreach, and more. My time at Capitol Hill Village has been incredibly rewarding, and I am proud to be part of an organization that has directly impacted lives of community members.
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Leadership Experience
Member of the Village to Village Network Rainbow Network Workgroup (2022 to present)
Co-led the DC Villages Committee on Safe Spaces for LGBTQ Older Adults (2021 to 2022)
Member of the CHV DEI Committee (2021 to 2022)
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Logo Credit: https://capitolhillvillage.org/
May 2020-September 2020
Volunteer
90 Hours
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The Alzheimer's Association, Greater Maryland Chapter
Timonium, Maryland
My daily responsibilities involve assisting with external resource management for clients through phone calls and email. I also directly engage with clients and community members through Rapid Referrals, 24/7 Helpline Follow ups, and by assisting with support groups.
August 2019-May 2020
Family Care Coordination and Early Stage Coordination Intern
400 Hours
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Logo Credit: https://images.app.goo.gl/hK14CSRqBQVQJVhc6
The Alzheimer's Association, Greater Maryland Chapter
Timonium, Maryland
My daily responsibilities were based on my mentor's schedule and workload. This varied from assisting with external resource management for clients through phone calls, mail, and email. I also directly engaged with clients and community members. One of my long term projects involved collecting data on local religious organizations for future partnerships. My other long term project was assessing LGBT* inclusion in relation to resources, services, and programs. As apart of my inclusion project I assisted in developing the Greater Maryland Chapter's Strategic Plan on Diversity and Inclusion.
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During my internship I represented the Greater Maryland Chapter at the Baltimore City Health Department Annual Grandparents Conference and the American Society on Aging Roundtable on LGBT Older Adults. On behalf of the Alzheimer's Association, I developed and presented a presentation on "Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer's Among the LGBT* Community" for Chase Brexton Health Care.
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June 2019-August 2019
Maryland Public Service Scholars,
Governor's Summer Internship Program
306 Hours
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Logo Credit: https://styleguide.umbc.edu/logos/
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, Division of Neighborhood Revitalization
Baltimore, Maryland
Working with the Division of Neighborhood Revitalization, I was 100% involved in all aspects of the department’s work - from going on site visits to reviewing grant applications and working with local partners. Working with the Division helped me understand the different methods for addressing the issues people face, and the significance of change at a systematic level. My work as a Governor's Summer Intern culminated in the development and presentation of a group policy paper addressing intimate partner violence among women in Maryland.
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EDUCATION
Future
Master's Degree
GRADUATE SCHOOL
2016-2020
Bachelor's in Family & Human Services
Honors College Alumni
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Logo Credit: https://www.towson.edu/universitymarketing/brand/
TOWSON UNIVERSITY
I completed a Bachelor's Degree in Family and Human Services. By obtaining a Bachelor's in Family and Human Services I developed a background of knowledge in families, human development, and research. This degree and first hand opportunities involving community service and interning prepared me to continue my education in graduate school.