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Announcing New Leadership on re:power’s Board of Directors

In September, the re:power and re:power Fund board celebrated a transition of leadership. . Jennifer Epps-Addison has been appointed as our new Board Chair, with Katrina Gamble stepping into the role of Vice Chair, and Leah Boudreaux serving as Secretary/Treasurer, who has stayed on for an extra term to help transition our board into this next phase. We know that this exceptional team, along with our entire board, will guide re:power as we continue to expand our impact during this exciting new chapter.

As we celebrate new beginnings, we also extend our deepest gratitude to the board members who recently completed their board terms in September after years of dedication and service: Sarah Audelo, April Sims, Leah Boudreaux, and Carmen Berkley. These four remarkable women were instrumental in guiding our organization through a public rebrand and hiring our Executive Director, Karundi Williams.Their commitment was a key factor in her growth and success and the success of our organization. They nurtured her leadership, stood by her through challenges, and celebrated victories together. We are incredibly thankful for their investment in our shared journey. We are so grateful for Sarah, April, Leah and Carmen and will miss them dearly.

A special acknowledgment goes to Carmen Berkley, who served as our Board Chair. Carmen’s leadership and commitment to re:power’s mission have been nothing short of extraordinary. Her compassionate leadership and deep care for our work have left a lasting impact on our organization. re:power wouldn’t be where it is today without her visionary guidance.

Thank you, Carmen, and to all our former board members for your incredible contributions—we are forever grateful.

Welcoming Our Newest Team Members!

re:power is thrilled to welcome four dynamic new team members, each bringing a unique blend of experience and passion for advancing our impact.

We are particularly excited to bring a new role to our team: Managing Director, Strategic Initiatives (Rebecca Thompson)!  This role will provide strategic leadership, executive project management, and develop new regional, multi-state, multi-organizational strategic and complex initiatives while also focusing on operationalization of re:power’s strategic plan and exploring opportunities for re:power by building relationships with individuals and institutions across our ecosystem.

Rebecca, Anna, Robert, and India round out our 2025 hiring plan with their brilliance and commitment to re:power’s mission and north star! Each of them fill a critical need within our organization and bring capacity that has been missing after staff transitions.

Rebecca Thompson (she/her)
Managing Director, Strategic Initiatives

Rebecca Thompson
Rebecca Thompson

Rebecca Thompson is an award-winning Democratic political consultant and Clarity Coach who has dedicated her career to training Black womxn to run for office and lead electoral campaigns. With over 20 years of experience, Rebecca has worked with national progressive organizations, labor unions, and non-profits, focusing on leadership development and campaign strategy. A former State Representative candidate, she now resides in Baltimore and recently earned her Master’s in Medical Cannabis Science & Therapeutics from the University of Maryland.

Anna Gagliuffi (she/her/ella)
Director, Communications & Digital Strategy

Anna Gagliuffi
Anna Gagliuffi

Anna Gagliuffi is a communications strategist, designer, and coach dedicated to advancing collective liberation. As the founder of Artesanna, she has helped social justice organizations elevate their impact through creative strategy and design. Her previous roles include Director of Community Engagement at People Power and Visual Communications Director at the Latino Community Foundation, where she played a key role in raising millions for the organization and reaching millions through national campaigns. Anna holds a Fulbright Scholarship and a degree in Advertising and Graphic Design from Chapman University.

Robert Muñoz (he/him) 
Program Manager, Progressive Governance Academy

Robert Munoz
Robert Muñoz

Robert Muñoz, based in Brooklyn, NY, brings over a decade of experience in political organizing and campaign strategy. Raised in La Puente, CA, a low-income Mexican-American community, Robert was inspired to make a difference from a young age. He began his career with the Working Families Party in 2010, eventually serving as New York Field Director and leading major electoral campaigns across the country. With expertise in election targeting, data analytics, and event management, Robert is passionate about advancing progressive governance. 

India Waller (she/her)
Executive Administrative Coordinator

India Waller
India Waller

India Waller joins re:power with over 11 years of experience in executive and administrative support across various industries, including education, healthcare, politics, and digital marketing. She has provided executive support to high-level leaders, most recently at DSPolitical and Rising Tide Interactive. India holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Baltimore and a Bachelor of Arts from Salisbury University.

Latinas Represent: Empowering Latina Leaders Nationwide

At the start of 2024, re:power Fund partnered with Latinas Represent to launch an 8-week Latina Electeds Academy. This innovative program aimed to empower Latina elected officials across the country by enhancing their leadership skills and fostering a supportive community.

The academy brought together 33 Latina leaders for a series of virtual sessions that combined elements from re:power’s Women of Color Leadership Cohort and the Progressive Governance Academy. Designed to amplify leadership abilities while building connections and promoting continued growth, the program focused heavily on heart work—addressing the holistic needs of women of color to step into authentic, liberated leadership. Over eight weeks, participants explored topics such as power mapping, relational organizing, coalition building, and preventing burnout, equipping them with the tools they needed to excel in their roles.

Throughout the rest of the year, Latinas Represent will be sharing stories from the inaugural cohort members of the Elected Academy. Check out this message from Latinas Represent’s Executive Director, Stephanie Lopez, about the new program.

Video by Latinas Represent

As we move forward, re:power is excited to continue supporting Latina leaders in their journeys to make meaningful change in their communities. We look forward to expanding this partnership and witnessing the incredible impact these leaders will have in 2024 and beyond!

2024: A year of growth for re:power!

2024 is a year of growth for re:power and we’re thrilled to deepen our impact with the addition of two new team members. Learn more about our new incredible team members below!

Deana Ayers (They/He)
Program Administrative Coordinator

Deana Ayers
Deana Ayers

Deana is an administrative professional and facilitator based in Chicago. Their journey to this work began while they were a college student in North Texas, where they joined the reproductive justice movement and provided political education around abortion access and sex education. Since then, Deana has continued to develop their craft of providing values-aligned administrative support and facilitation for nonprofits and social justice groups fighting for a better world.  

When they aren’t sending an email or updating a spreadsheet, you can find Deana going on a nature walk, making zines and collages, or making communal meals with their girlfriend.

Jazmyne Brooks (She/Her)
Program Events & Operations Coordinator

Jazmyne Brooks

Born and raised in the Texas panhandle, Jazmyne (she/her) graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelors in Political Science. While there, she got her start in progressive politics working on election access as a field organizer for MOVE Texas .
She has since held several positions throughout the nonprofit and progressive movement space. With experience in electoral organizing, food justice, fundraising, and database management Jazmyne brings a multidimensional lens to her work in program operations.

Jazmyne is excited to join the team and ensure our trainings ,processes, and systems are efficient and impactful.Outside of work, Jazmyne loves attending old-school R&B concerts, traveling, spending time outdoors, and debriefing the latest Big Brother season with other super fans.

Visualizing and Mapping Cardiovascular Disease

Mapping and Visualizing Health Data in The U.S: Cardiovascular Disease Risk

The project entails the development of a WebGIS platform for Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) risk assessment, integrating geographical and behavioral data to visualize and analyze risk factors. By merging disparate datasets, the platform provides comprehensive insights into CVD risk, enabling informed decision-making for individuals and communities. Beyond the fellowship, the project aims to enhance user experience, and promote widespread access to WebGIS for CVD prevention efforts.

Mapping & Visualizing Cardiovascular Disease

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Emnet Sisay

Emnet Sisay (she/her) is a public health organizer based in Boston, MA, and is a first-generation Ethiopian American. She received her bachelor’s degrees in biology and public policy from Hamilton College and her Masters in epidemiology from Harvard, both of which feed into her passion for understanding and tackling health inequities through a scientific lens. While at Hamilton, she conducted her biology thesis on health risks associated with medical racism and poor patient-provider communication among sickle cell disease patients. This work fostered her passion for leveraging science for social good. In addition, she was the co-chair of the Feminists of Color Collective. She was most passionate about ensuring there was a space for students of color to be seen and respected on campus. She found art to be a key means to her activism. She is also researching the psychological risks of depression among Haitian migrants entering Latin America. In Boston, she co-founded the Blak Talk Collective, an organization fostering restorative justice through events centering art and local creatives. Beyond her work, she enjoys photography around her hometown and being a podcaster.

Princeton Hampton-Jackson
Princeton Hampton-Jackson has a diverse background spanning compliance monitoring, data management, and strategic leadership. Princeton is a seasoned professional adept at leveraging technology for social impact. Their experience includes overseeing SMS campaigns, managing IT projects, and training teams for effective data utilization. Passionate about empowering marginalized communities, they thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. With a keen eye for detail and a drive for continuous improvement, Princeton brings a wealth of expertise to every endeavor, driving positive change through data-driven strategies.
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Howdy AI

Generative AI Solutions for Social Movements

Howdy.AI examines the current and evolving utility of generative AI tools for progressive social movements. A living digital repository of training tools, case studies, system and product demonstrations, we bridge the gap to help organizations, activists, and political campaigns integrate AI tools into their workflows.

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Howdy AI

Fellow Bios

Chase Philip

Chase Philip is a Social Entrepreneur, Data and Technology Professional, and Social Science Researcher. A long-time changemaker in the movement space, his work primarily focuses on Voter Registration and Civic Engagement technology. Their most recent collaboration, “Howdy AI,” focuses on empowering movement professionals and grassroots organizations to use Generative AI tools through training and project-based consultancy. Bridging their backgrounds in experimental psychology, neuroscience, and international relations, Chase is enthusiastic about growing competency and confidence in technical methods with diverse audiences.

Sheila Quintana Aguilar

Sheila Quintana Aguilar is a writer and strategist. With 15 years of experience in social justice movements, she has held roles in communications, political strategy, organizing, and fundraising. 

Sheila co-led a historic campaign for sanctuary resulting in the first ever Congressional bill in defense of an immigrant family from Pennsylvania. She has supported dozens of non-profits and small businesses to develop strategy, infrastructure, and capacity. Sheila has helped clients raise over 2 million dollars to resource their work. She was a founding worker-owner of the Bonfire Media Collective and a founding member of the Movement for Migrant Leaders in Pennsylvania.

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