How I helped Latino communities talk about mental health at NAHJSee how strategic moderation and authentic community building turned a NAHJ mental health panel into a powerful, trust-filled discussion for Latino communities. Sep 08 25September 08, 2025Article at Work in Action
How I used community engagement to turn local news into learning programsHow strategic community engagement transformed CalMatters’ journalism into actionable learning experiences When I joined CalMatters as the inaugural Community Engagement Manager, the organization faced a pressing challenge: a contract with the… Nov 09 24November 09, 2024Article at Work in Action
How I started Barefoot Circle after leaving corporate workWhen my three-year contract with a tech startup ended, I had time to create the things I wanted to see in the world. I thought about a podcast. But I kept waiting for the right equipment, the perfect script. Then I remembered: I'd been blogging since… Feb 22 25February 22, 2025Article at Work in Action
How I built a high-impact social strategy for a SaaS company with no big budgetSee how data-driven content strategy and authentic community engagement turned Hive’s LinkedIn into a high-performing B2B platform, boosting engagement, leads, and brand authority. Nov 29 24November 29, 2024Article at Work in Action
How I transformed listening into mentorship programs and community initiativesWhen I founded Become Odara in 2018, I wasn’t thinking about launching a global initiative. I was thinking about my mother. A single woman who carried entire worlds on her shoulders, she taught me early that resilience isn’t a choice — it’s survival.… Nov 24 24November 24, 2024Article at Work in Action
We went on a mini-tour to engage the community on media literacy and the future of journalism.We went on a mini-tour to engage the community on media literacy and the future of journalism. Here’s what we learned. Our recent mini-tour through a few of the Golden State’s northern cities … May 19 23May 19, 2023Article at medium.com/calmatters
How I became a published writer and helped build an award-winning clubBy facilitating inclusive meetings, nurturing creativity, and building community, I helped a writers’ club earn social media recognition—and grew as a leader. Public speaking has always excited me. The chance to share ideas, connect with people, and… Jun 20 21June 20, 2021Article at Work in Action
