Rachel is a Technical Specialist on the Ocean Program's Data Team, dedicated to harnessing the power of data to bridge the gap between local communities and ocean decision-makers. Her work centers on participatory data generation with coastal communities, including ongoing projects with artisanal fishing communities in southern Mozambique. With a background in data science and Geographic Information Systems, Rachel supports local practitioners and experts to co-produce, analyze, and communicate insights on ocean use and dependence.

Rachel also contributes to research, data and geospatial analysis, and visualizations on other projects including the Systems Change Lab and Ocean Watch.

Rachel holds a B.S. Biology with a specialization in Environmental and Biological Conservation and Computer Science from the University of Virginia. Prior to her current role, she was a Peace Corps Volunteer and Fulbright Student Researcher in Mozambique. Rachel joined WRI as an intern in 2021.