ARIEL NIFORATOS
Madison,WI
Summary
Conscientious, collaborative, and highly organized individual with extensive experience in designing and implementing communications campaigns. Proven track record in community engagement, outreach, public speaking, and implementing public health initiatives. Skilled at creating engaging and impactful content for diverse audiences across various platforms.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) Scholar
Wisconsin AHEC Scholars Program
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow scholars for an interdisciplinary research project to improve access to and quality of mental health services in Wisconsin
- Gained a certificate to provide mental health first aid to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis
- Personally increased knowledge of underserved communities within Wisconsin to conduct outreach to these communities with cultural humility
Public Health Communications Intern
Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive communications strategy to educate legislators about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIW/R)
- Created an educational presentation that will be used for WCASA's informational sessions and trainings throughout Wisconsin
- Developed a 3-minute educational film using Canva that will be featured on WCASA's website and social media platforms
- Participated in legislative advocacy regarding MMIW/R by writing a decision memo on behalf of WCASA advocating for permanent funding for the Wisconsin MMIW/R Taskforce
Student Advisor
Mental Health Services Student Advisory Board/University Health Services at University of Wisconsin-Madison
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Designed and implemented campus outreach initiatives to promote student wellness and mental health
- Enhanced student engagement with Mental Health Services by assisting with marketing efforts and web design
- Personally attended group counseling sessions to gather student feedback about Mental Health Services
Research Assistant
Building Resilience to Adversity & Violent Experiences (BRAVE) Research Collaborative
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted 30 comprehensive interviews with youth participants regarding their history of adverse childhood experiences and health conditions.
- Enhanced research accuracy by meticulously organizing and analyzing data sets using statistical software.
- Improved data collection methods with introduction of innovative survey techniques.
- Enhanced participant recruitment strategies, leading to more diverse and representative study samples.
- Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Communications Intern
Center for Civil and Human Rights/University of Notre Dame
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum regarding human trafficking for Catholic Relief Services that is used by professors worldwide.
- Conducted extensive literature reviews to support and expand team's knowledge base.
- Facilitated cross-disciplinary research collaborations, broadening scope and impact of research findings.
- Developed internal and external communication strategies, resulting in improved stakeholder relations.
- Evaluated communication tactics, identifying areas for improvement and providing recommendations to enhance overall effectiveness.
- Edited written materials for consistency, clarity, grammar, and punctuation while adhering to company style guidelines.
Education
Master of Public Health -
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI08.2024
M.D. (incomplete) -
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences and Psychology
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN05.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Programs (Office, Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams)
- Zoom
- Canva
- WordPress
- Social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook)
Accomplishments
- Published an article in the Rethink Aid blog about human trafficking in New Mexico that New Mexican legislators have used to address human trafficking
- Collaborated with a team of 4 to write and host the 4-season student podcast The Trafficking Dispatch, which educated undergraduate students about human trafficking and featured interviews from advocates and survivors
- Edited website design and content for the nonprofit organization Freedom House, which led to increased efficiency and customer engagement
Timeline
Public Health Communications Intern
Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault
05.2024 - 08.2024
Student Advisor
Mental Health Services Student Advisory Board/University Health Services at University of Wisconsin-Madison
01.2024 - 05.2024
Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) Scholar
Wisconsin AHEC Scholars Program
09.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Building Resilience to Adversity & Violent Experiences (BRAVE) Research Collaborative
08.2021 - 12.2021
Communications Intern
Center for Civil and Human Rights/University of Notre Dame
01.2018 - 05.2018
Master of Public Health -
University of Wisconsin-Madison
M.D. (incomplete) -
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences and Psychology
University of Notre Dame
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