My Portfolio
The goal of this portfolio is to raise awareness of social issues, racial disparities, diversity, and differences to promote social value.
The Artifacts presented in this portfolio represent leadership & management, the policy process, analysis and critical thinking, public service, and communication.
My experience with incarceration influenced my undying interest in reversing the impact of mass incarceration, raising awareness about implicit biases, promoting rehabilitation, and supporting individuals with co-occurring disorders. The academic training and experience I received as an Honors Living-Learning Community Scholar and a Mountainview Community Scholar at Rutgers University-Newark helped me develop the skills and know-how to support healing among vulnerable populations impacted by societal ills.
Education
My educational background reflects a strong foundation in social work, behavioral health, and public administration. I earned my High School Diploma from Elizabeth High School in 2004. I went on to earn my associate’s degree from Essex County College in 2015, followed by a bachelor’s degree in social work from Rutgers University–Newark in 2019. I later completed a master’s degree in clinical social work with a concentration in Behavioral Health in 2023, and a master’s degree in public administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management in 2026. In addition to my academic training, I am a New Jersey State Certified Social Worker and an Alcohol and Drug Counselor Intern (ADC). Together, these educational and professional credentials have strengthened my ability to serve individuals and communities through clinical practice, advocacy, leadership, and systems-level thinking.
Professional Background
I am committed to trauma-informed, person-centered care that supports stability, wellness, and empowerment. I am a clinically trained social work professional with experience in assessment, crisis intervention, care coordination, case management, and connecting individuals and families to needed resources.
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Leadership &
Management
These artifacts reflect my leadership and management skills through research, program planning, collaboration, budgeting, implementation, and evaluation. They show my ability to identify community needs, analyze complex social issues, and develop practical, evidence-based solutions that support effective public service delivery. Through these assignments, I demonstrate my ability to move from problem identification to action by using data, research, and stakeholder input to guide decision-making. The artifacts also reflect my understanding of how strong leadership requires coordination across systems, responsible use of resources, and clear outcome measures.
Policy Processs
The artifacts included in my Policy Process competency demonstrate my clinical awareness and my understanding of how public policies affect individuals, families, and communities. They reflect my ability to analyze systems, equity, stakeholder influence, and the broader impact of policy decisions in practice. My work also examines how harmful drug policies and harsh sentencing laws contributed to mass incarceration, racial inequities, and barriers to rehabilitation, while reinforcing the importance of collaborative, equitable, and community-centered policy approaches.
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Analysis & Critical Thinking
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Social Work & Mental Health
This artifact, The Case of Sincere, demonstrates my analysis and critical thinking skills through the assessment of a complex client case involving substance use, mental health, and criminal justice involvement. This assignment includes the use of theories to address mental health dysfunction.
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Stigma, Stereotypes, and Shame
This artifact in my Analysis & Critical Thinking competency demonstrate my ability to evaluate complex issues, analyze systems, and connect research to real-world social problems. They reflect my ability to think critically about equity, policy, and the impact of decisions on individuals, families, and communities.
Public Service
These artifacts reflect my commitment to public service through hands-on experience in grant writing, substance abuse counseling, and trauma-informed care. Through these assignments, I demonstrate my ability to support vulnerable populations by connecting individuals to resources, developing evidence-based interventions, and designing programs that respond to real community needs. My work highlights the importance of culturally responsive practice, advocacy, and ethical service delivery in both clinical and public administration settings. Overall, this section shows my ability to translate knowledge into meaningful services that promote stability, recovery, and long-term community well-being.
Communications
Thank you for visiting
Thank you for visiting this capstone portfolio. This work represents my academic journey, professional growth, and commitment to public service. Each artifact highlights the skills, knowledge, and experiences I have developed throughout my program. I appreciate your time and interest in reviewing my work.
