AWSAlpha West Sannoh

Emerging Public Affairs & Communication Professional

Public Affairs.
Strategic Communication.
Community Impact.

I am a recent graduate building my career through communication, community engagement, and public service. I also provide affordable communication support for individuals and small organizations.

PI

Policy InsightResearch translated into action

SC

Strategic CommunicationClear messages that build trust

CI

Community ImpactPartnerships built through listening

ES

Engaging SpeakerStories that connect and inspire

01 / About

Communication is most powerful when people can see themselves in it.

I am a recent graduate and emerging public affairs and communication professional with practical experience in community outreach, campaign media operations, youth programs, organizational leadership, and strategic communication.

My work is shaped by experiences in Liberia and Philadelphia. I understand communication as more than delivering information. It is how institutions earn trust, communities make their voices heard, and good ideas become meaningful action.

M.S.Communication, Culture & MediaDrexel University

BAMass Communication & Media StudiesArizona State University

BBAManagementUniversity of Liberia

02 / Experience

Leadership in practice

Experience grounded in people, purpose, and results.

My background brings together public-facing communication, organizational coordination, and direct community engagement.

2024–2026

Community Outreach Coordinator

CADC, LLC

Coordinated outreach with residents, businesses, and nonprofit partners across Philadelphia neighborhoods.

2025–2026

Vice President of Student Affairs

IGSA, Drexel University

Advocated for international graduate students and connected community concerns with university leadership.

2023–2024

Marketing & Communications Intern

JEVS Human Services

Supported mission-driven communications, content development, and community-facing storytelling.

2019

Media & Operations Director

Kimmie Weeks Senate Campaign

Directed campaign media and supported daily operations, helping coordinate public messaging, outreach, and campaign activities.

2017–2020

Youth Program Assistant

Youth Action International

Supported youth programs, community activities, and program coordination focused on education, leadership, and opportunity.

03 / Work

Areas of contribution

Where communication meets public impact.

I help make complex issues understandable, connect organizations with the people they serve, and turn shared goals into clear action.

01

Public Affairs & Policy

Turning research, public concerns, and institutional priorities into clear analysis and practical recommendations.

02

Strategic Communication

Creating messages that help organizations explain their work, build trust, and reach the right audience.

03

Community Engagement

Building relationships across neighborhoods, institutions, and cultural communities through listening and responsive outreach.

04

Speaking & Storytelling

Connecting policy and public issues to lived experience through accessible, culturally grounded stories.

04 / Starter Services

Affordable communication support

Start small. Communicate clearly. Build with confidence.

I offer focused, beginner-friendly support based on the communication skills I have developed through school, community work, campaigns, and nonprofit experience.

Starting at $40–$75

Résumé Review & Formatting

A clear, professional résumé review focused on structure, readability, and presentation.

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Starting at $40–$60

LinkedIn Profile Support

Practical help strengthening your headline, About section, experience, and overall profile.

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Starting at $40–$80

Professional Writing Support

Editing and coaching for professional bios, cover letters, emails, and personal statements.

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Starting at $30–$75

Flyers & Social Media Posts

Simple, professional visual content for events, community programs, and small organizations.

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Starter prices depend on the project. Every request begins with a brief conversation about your goals, timeline, and expected result.

Speaking & storytelling

Stories can make policy personal—and action possible.

I speak about communication, cultural identity, public policy, community leadership, migration, and the ways digital media shape society. My approach combines research with lived experience so audiences leave with understanding and a practical lesson.

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Let's connect

Need affordable communication support—or want to discuss an opportunity?

I welcome service inquiries, entry-level professional opportunities, collaborations, and conversations about public affairs, communication, community engagement, and speaking.