When I moved back to Seattle, I wanted to get involved with my community. Luckily, a grassroots urban greening project had already begun in my neighborhood. To me, this was a great opportunity to continue learning about the environment and connect with my fellow neighbors who were invested in making Fremont a healthy place.

There are many ways that I engage with Troll's Knoll. As a board member of Friends of Troll's Knoll, I vote on initiatives and brainstorm ways to engage with the public during our meetings. As part of the communications team, I create and post flyers around the neighborhood and co-manage our Instagram to promote our efforts. As a report writer, I create supporting documentation for grants relating to new projects. As a part of my community, I participate in work events, where I get my hands dirty removing invasive species and installing plant donations. This project has given me the space to learn about community engagement and green space stewardship while deepening my connection to my environment.