Kayla McMillen

About

With a robust background in communications and advocacy, I have been dedicated to advancing LGBTQI+, feminist, and racial justice movements. Currently serving as a Communications Officer at the Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice, I lead social media and community management efforts, crafting multi-platform strategies to enhance engagement and support. My role involves creating donor-facing communications and narrative-aligned content that amplifies the voices of global LGBTQI+ communities. I have also played a pivotal role in updating website content to ensure accessibility and brand cohesion. Previously, I supported Astraea as a Communications Associate and Operations Associate, contributing to the organization's visibility and operational efficiency. My journey began as a Communications & Advocacy Intern at the NGO Committee on the Status of Women, where I honed my skills in grant processing, digital media, and global policy research. My work is driven by a commitment to inclusivity and justice-focused values.

Experience

• Communications Officer · Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice10-01-2023

  - Social media lead & community manager - Developed and executed multi-platform communications strategies to drive engagement and support for LGBTQI+, feminist, and racial justice movements. - Wrote, edited, and managed donor-facing communications including newsletters, social media campaigns, and email marketing using Blackbaud and Raiser’s Edge. - Created narrative-aligned content for fundraising and outreach that elevated the voices of global LGBTQI+ communities and aligned with the organization's mission. - Scouted and contracted LGBTQI+ artists for external campaigns, reinforcing Astraea’s inclusive and justice-focused values. - Led major updates and maintenance of website content and functionality to ensure accessibility and brand cohesion. Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure storytelling and messaging aligned with funding proposals, grant reporting, and campaign goals.

• Communications Associate · Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice10-01-2022

  Supported the communications team in developing and implementing strategies to enhance the organization's visibility and engagement with stakeholders.

• Operations Associate · Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice07-01-2022 – 10-01-2022

  Assisted in the daily operations and administrative tasks to ensure smooth functioning of the organization.

• Administrative Assistant · Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice06-01-2021 – 07-01-2022

  Provided administrative support to various departments, managing schedules, and facilitating communication within the organization.

• Communications & Advocacy Intern · NGO Committee on the Status of Women (NGO CSW/NY)09-01-2020 – 06-01-2021

  - Processed and reviewed grant applications - Maintained current knowledge of graphic design and digital media trends - Performed administrative duties - Researched global policy and networked with other nonprofit organizations - Created content for multi-use social media channels

Education

• The New SchoolBachelor's Degree, Culture and Media

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