I am community-focused with a passion for social, environmental, and criminal legal system transformation. Over the years I have built programs and media projects that support vulnerable populations, foster education, and amplify marginalized voices. My work blends hands-on field training, storytelling, and outreach to drive meaningful change, from grassroots organizing to documentary production and climbing instruction. In addition to hands-on advocacy and media skills, I have experience in curriculum design, public speaking, podcasting, and leadership within nonprofit and collaborative settings. I am committed to ongoing learning and collaboration—bridging practical, on-the-ground work with strategic vision to empower communities and advance change.…

Rachel Kijewski

I am community-focused with a passion for social, environmental, and criminal legal system transformation. Over the years I have built programs and media projects that support vulnerable populations, foster education, and amplify marginalized voices. My work blends hands-on field training, storytelling, and outreach to drive meaningful change, from grassroots organizing to documentary production and climbing instruction. In addition to hands-on advocacy and media skills, I have experience in curriculum design, public speaking, podcasting, and leadership within nonprofit and collaborative settings. I am committed to ongoing learning and collaboration—bridging practical, on-the-ground work with strategic vision to empower communities and advance change.…

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October 14, 2026

I am community-focused with a passion for social, environmental, and criminal legal system transformation. Over the years I have built programs and media projects that support vulnerable populations, foster education, and amplify marginalized voices. My work blends hands-on field training, storytelling, and outreach to drive meaningful change, from grassroots organizing to documentary production and climbing instruction.

In addition to hands-on advocacy and media skills, I have experience in curriculum design, public speaking, podcasting, and leadership within nonprofit and collaborative settings. I am committed to ongoing learning and collaboration—bridging practical, on-the-ground work with strategic vision to empower communities and advance change.

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Skills

Experience Level

Presentation Design
Intermediate
Canva
Intermediate
Explainer Video
Intermediate
Logo
Intermediate
Adobe Premiere Pro
Intermediate
Podcast Production
Intermediate
Audacity
Beginner
Corporate Video
Beginner
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-property Manager at JK Houston LLC
March 13, 2024 - Present
Co-property manager overseeing property operations and related tasks.
Cave Rescue Specialist at Alberta/British Columbia Cave Rescue (ABCCR)
May 1, 2023 - Present
On-call cave rescue specialist; trained to assist in emergencies during caving incidents; registered/on-call with D4H for official incidents.
Letter Transcriber at Human Rights Defense Center
July 31, 2022 - October 9, 2025
Transcribed prisoner letters into typed format for publication.
Video Editor at Jewish Voice for Peace
September 13, 2021 - Present
Edited video materials for campaigns and related outreach.
Co-founder & Volunteer at Community Hotline for Incarcerated People (CHIP)
April 5, 2020 - Present
Co-founded CHIP; managed hotline infrastructure, answered calls, produced podcast content, public speaking, media interviews, and video/report production; steered decarceration initiatives; contributed audio/visual work and outreach through 2024.
Campaigner at Global Justice Ecology Project (GJEP)
January 1, 2020 - October 9, 2025
Genetically Engineered (GE) Trees Campaigner; expanded campaign literature, media, posters, social media, event logistics, video production, podcast creation, networking, strategy, and volunteer coordination; steering committee member for related campaigns.
Organizer at Palm Beach County Environmental Coalition
January 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Protested, organized educational events, tabling, fundraising, and volunteer training; managed materials and rights education.
Co-producer at The Story of a Forest
January 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Co-producer; acted, shot video, edited; coordinated volunteers; secured music; provided creative direction.
Contract Climb Trainer at Various non-profits
January 1, 2011 - Present
Contracted to conduct Single Rope Technique, Double Rope Technique, and Rope Access trainings; curriculum development; site inspections; gear assessment; training logistics; site setup/breakdown; 2011–present.
Intake Coordinator/Support Staff at Homeless Family Center
June 30, 2010 - October 9, 2025
Intake coordination; donor processing; interviews, drug tests, tours; assignment of basic needs; reporting.
Life Model at Various artists
January 1, 2010 - Present
Pose for artists on a per diem basis for sketches and paintings; involved in creative posing sessions.
Volunteer at Treasure Coast Hospice
December 31, 2008 - October 9, 2025
Provided respite, emotional & physical support, meals, and errands for patients.
Barista at Exodus Coffee and Culture
October 1, 2007 - October 9, 2025
Opening/closing, purchases; serving food/alcohol/coffee; inventory.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies at Florida Atlantic University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Women's Studies Certificate at Florida Atlantic University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Peace Through Conflict Resolution Program at Friends World Program of Long Island University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Japanese Language, Culture, and collaboration with international NGOs on human rights issues at Friends World Program of Long Island University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
High School Diploma at Saint Lucie West Centennial High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

Cave Rescue Specialist
May 1, 2023 - October 9, 2025
Conflict Resolution/De-escalation Training
December 17, 2008 - October 9, 2025
Trainer: Climbing for Industrial and Recreational Settings
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
    Final Tearing Down the Walls: Episode 15

    Welcome to the CHIP podcast, Tearing Down the Walls, where we bridge the barrier, to those on the outside, by sharing stories and voices from those on the inside of South Florida’s jails and detention centers. In this episode we will share some news and updates and hear part 2 of incarcerated voices on experiences with the Broward Public Defender’s Office. We are featuring Gary Field again to discuss re-entry and the barriers he has overcome since the time he was released on pre-trial. Our Why Abolition segment will cover pre-trial surveillance and façade of an alternative to incarceration that it is.

    https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Xso1t1zwDZr39xXRAq2qz