Public Rights Project | Meet the Team

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Our team

Our team

Our team is united by a shared commitment to equity, justice, and meaningful impact. From attorneys and organizers to storytellers and fundraisers, we bring diverse perspectives and deep expertise to our work. Together, we defend civil rights, support local governments, and create lasting change. Get to know the people behind our mission.

Michael Adame he/him

Elections & Government Partnership Director
Patrick Archer He/Him

Legal Fellow
Denise Bird she/her

Operations Manager, Learning & Fellowships
Larissa Briley she/her

Operations Manager, Finance & Compliance
Courtni Burleson she/her

Director of Institutional Giving
Ana Sofía Cabello she/her

Paralegal I
Katie Courtney she/her

Staff Attorney
Cassie Crawford She/Her

Senior Staff Attorney
Christina Schuler da Costa Ferro they/them

Paralegal II & Program Coordinator
Shannon Eddy she/her

Elections Staff Attorney
Lauren Elfant she/her

Chief of Staff
Tiana Franenberg she/her

Chief Operating Officer
Megan Green she/her

Salesforce Administrator
Eliana Greenberg she/her

Legal Fellow
Jill Habig she/her

Founder & CEO
Jocelyn Harmon she/her

Chief Development Officer
Sophie House she/her

Senior Staff Attorney
Jackie Jena she/her

Director of Communications
Vicki Krajewski she/her

Director, Learning & Fellowships
Laurin Liu she/her

Senior Writer and Editor
Jenny Ma she/her

Director of Civil Rights Hub
Leana Mayzlina she/her

Senior Program Manager, Learning & Fellowships
Toby Merrill She/Her

Litigation Director
Jonathan Miller he/him

Chief Program Officer
Sai (Sharanya) Mohan she/her

Senior Staff Attorney
Celine Nehme she/her

Director of Individual Giving
Shireen Nori she/her

Director of Organizing
Elaine Poon She/Her

Senior Staff Attorney
Graham Provost he/him

Elections Staff Attorney
Dawn Raftery she/her

Chief Communications & Marketing Officer
Aisha Rich she/her

Managing Attorney
Ananda Robie she/her

Senior Salesforce Platform Manager
Kyra Sikora she/her

Staff Attorney
Ben Chida he/him

Co-Founder

Careers

Public Rights Project strives to build a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the world we live in and the communities we serve. You’ll find a dynamic and supportive environment where your work makes an impact. Explore our open positions and become part of a team dedicated to defending civil rights and strengthening communities.

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