By telling the story, we can change it.
I help mission-driven organizations in the peacebuilding, human rights, and democracy spaces transform complex ideas into clear, compelling communications that build understanding, inspire action, and contribute to meaningful change.
Every organization is different, but I always begin the same way: by actively listening.
I take the time to understand your mission, your audience, and your goals before making any recommendations or putting pen to paper.
My Approach
Every organization is different, but I always begin the same way: by actively listening.
I take the time to understand your mission, your audience, and your goals before making any recommendations or putting pen to paper.
Understand
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Once I understand your organization, we can begin the work of clarifying your message. Together, we'll identify what makes your organization unique, define the ideas that matter most, and shape a message that is clear, authentic, and aligned with your goals.
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Communicate
Every organization has stories worth telling. Some explain who you are. Others demonstrate why your work matters. And then there are the stories that amplify underrepresented voices, challenge the status quo, and inspire action.
My job is to help you identify which stories will resonate with your intended audience and tell them in ways that are authentic, compelling, and memorable.
Demonstrate
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Creating meaningful change is only part of the story. Demonstrating that change is what builds trust and inspires action. Together, we'll choose the right medium and create communications that help your audiences understand the impact of your work.
Rachel is an incredible addition to any organization’s storytelling, marketing, and branding efforts. She is efficient and adaptable and made the redesign of our website so vibrant. She created captivating watercolor photos, immersive videos, and engaging graphics to best tell the story of why global peacebuilding matters, and how to measure its impact.
Dr. Benjamin Lutz
Mediators Beyond Borders International
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Rachel is an incredible addition to any organization’s storytelling, marketing, and branding efforts. She is efficient and adaptable and made the redesign of our website so vibrant. She created captivating watercolor photos, immersive videos, and engaging graphics to best tell the story of why global peacebuilding matters, and how to measure its impact.
Dr. Benjamin Lutz
Mediators Beyond Borders International
Services
Whether you need research, communications, digital storytelling, or support managing a complex initiative, I offer flexible support tailored to your goals.
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Transforming research and complex information into clear, actionable insights.
Research & analysis
Policy research
Desk research
Literature reviews
Stakeholder interviews
Landscape analyses
Best practice reviews
Knowledge synthesis
Knowledge translation
Evidence summaries
Background briefs
Strategic recommendations
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Crafting authentic stories and strategic communications.
Narrative strategy
Organizational positioning
Brand voice
Website copy
White papers
Briefing papers
Articles
Blog posts
Case studies
Success stories
Fact sheets
Press releases
Speeches
Talking points
Op-eds
Newsletters
Editing & proofreading
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Showcasing impact through stories, data, and design.
Annual reports
Impact reports
Donor communications
Funding proposals
Data storytelling
Theory of Change communications
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) communications
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Bringing stories to life through digital content and visual storytelling.
Social media strategy
Social media management
Content calendars
Digital campaigns
Email marketing
Community engagement
Analytics & reporting
Website design
Report & publication design
Presentation design
Infographics
Data visualization
Animated explainer videos
Motion graphics
Video editing
Storyboarding
Podcast production
Creative direction
Image sourcing & curation
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Planning, coordinating, and managing programs, conferences, and events.
Program management
Program coordination
Conference planning & management
Event planning & management
Agenda development
Stakeholder engagement
Partnership coordination
Speaker coordination
Registration management
Event communications
Meeting & workshop facilitation
Post-event reporting
Let’s Connect
I'd love to hear about your work, answer your questions, and explore how I can be of help.