Virginia McCown

Skills are fueled by a strong passion and appreciation for environmental health, justice, and conservation across all sectors and socioeconomic statuses. Proficiency in leadership and communication. Excels at research and strategy design, organization and management of personnel, and execution of projects from inspiration to presentation. Skilled at project design, research, and execution through both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Strong proficiency in Word, Excel, and Powerpoint as well as UCINET, SPSS, and R. Curious by nature, but a psychology background affords a unique perspective on how people interact with their environment and how that interaction effects public policy and practices. Extremely determined in complex situations that require a solution, especially those solutions initially unseen or considered. Motivated to rewrite how the Lowcountry views environmental concerns and intend to advocate for environmental and social justice through community outreach, interaction, and relationship-building. Personable, positively upbeat, with a strong work ethic and avoid negative or distractive moods. Determined, smart, compassionate, and works until the issues are resolved, and answers are found.