Public Rights Project | Meet the Team

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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.

Quemars Ahmed he/him

Staff Attorney
Emma Ardasheva she/her

Senior Development Manager
Patrick Archer he/him

Legal Fellow
Rebekka Bagatsing she/her

Director of People
Denise Bird she/her

Operations Manager, Civil Rights Hub
Alyssa Bradley she/her

Senior Digital Marketing Manager
Larissa Briley she/her

Operations Manager, Finance & Compliance
Courtni Burleson she/her

Director of Institutional Giving
Ana Sofía Cabello she/her

Paralegal I
Selin Cherian-Rivers she/her

Senior Staff Attorney
Kiki Council she/her

Managing Attorney, Reproductive Rights
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
Alex Goldstein he/him

Staff Attorney
Jill Habig she/her

Founder & CEO
Nick Harper he/him

Staff Attorney
Sophie House she/her

Senior Staff Attorney
Jackie Jena she/her

Director of Communications
Dr. Pascale Joseph she/her

Director of People
Jeany Larsen she/her

Staff Attorney
Grace Lee she/her

Staff Attorney
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
Brittany Miller she/her

Media Relations Coordinator
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

Senior Manager of Coalitions and Advocacy
Christopher Peña he/him

Staff Attorney
Elaine Poon she/her

Senior Staff Attorney
Graham Provost he/him

Staff Attorney
Dawn Raftery she/her

Chief Communications & Marketing Officer
Ananda Robie she/her

Director of Digital Products and Data
Kyra Sikora she/her

Staff Attorney
Elisabeth Smith she/her

Deputy Director, Civil Rights Hub
Courtney Spellacy she/her

Chief Development Officer
Kayla Svihovec she/her

Staff Attorney
Trisa Taro she/her

Director of Editorial & Branding
Marica Wright she/her

Staff Attorney

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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