Ashley Ko

Experience

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  Athletico

  Jun 2018 - Jun 2019

  Rehabilitation Aide

  - Worked closely with the clinic to analyze the organization and functionality of the clinic and staff, culminating in a final research project on the effectiveness of the organization- Direct hire following internship, assisted the physical therapists with direct patient care, patient education, and completion of administrative duties.

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  Peace Corps

  Aug 2019 - Mar 2020

  Maternal and Child Health Promoter

  - Served as a Maternal and Child Health Volunteer under the Community Health Empowerment Project (CHEP) in the Southern African nation of Zambia.- Trained in the following areas: Technical, Language, Personal Health Training, Administrative sessions, Women and Gender in Development, Cross Culture, Homestay, and Diversity, Medical, Bike Maintenance, and Safety and Security.- Partnered with community members to teach, train, and empower individuals and communities in three major areas, including HIV/AIDS, malaria, and maternal and child health.- Evacuated from Zambia to the US due to COVID-19 in March 2020 Show less

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  Traverse City Area Public Schools Diverse Authors Book Fair

  Jun 2020 - Mar 2021

  Co-Founder

  - Created the Diverse Authors Books Fair to diversity the book selection in TCAPS libraries Compiled a list of books by BIPOC authors that centered BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ characters, and the intersections of these identities - Promoted the book fair through social media, local news outlets, the Human Rights Commission, Veterans for Peace, TCAPS schools, and E3, an antiracist task force in Traverse City

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  Miscalcul[Asian]

  Jun 2020 - Jul 2021

  Writer

  Contributes articles on topics such as cultural appropriation, representation in media, social justice, and current issues facing the Asian American Pacific Islander community

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  Education Week

  Jun 2021 - Dec 2021

  Development Associate

  - Identified various funding opportunities utilizing prospecting research and grant administration, writing, and reporting - Grew the organization’s partnership diversification, successfully building partnerships with 15 foundations- Utilized Salesforce's Nonprofit Success Pack to track and record partnership information

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  Arc Initiatives

  Aug 2022 - Jun 2023

  Communications Associate

  - Developed and executed integrated communications campaigns to amplify client messaging across media platforms including press releases, op-eds, social media and talking points- Led state media relations for 5+ state teams by providing daily guidance on press interactions, story pitching, relationship building- Produced weekly analyses summarizing qualitative and quantitative results and recommendations to optimize future communications- Managed end-to-end logistics and promotion for 10+ virtual media events monthly, including securing journalists and speakers, developing remarks, and tracking viewership stats Show less

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  Learner-Centered Collaborative

  Jun 2023 - Jan 2025

  Communications and Special Project Associate

  • Created engaging content including social media posts, graphics, and emails to spotlight the organization's offerings, programs, and mission for partners and the wider community• Spearheaded integrated communications campaigns and social media strategy across Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook• Designed, coordinated, and promoted 10+ annual events including large conferences, retreats, and forums, overseeing all event logistics and communications• Monitored and analyzed communication KPIs such as email open rates, social media reach, etc., to continuously improve external communications performance Show less

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  United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

  Jan 2025 - now

  Junior Professional Officer