A childhood on the Gulf Coast nurtured Madeline's curiosity about the relationships between climate change, disaster, and migration. After graduating from Duke University, Madeline had a fast-paced introduction to disaster response through her AmeriCorps service in New Orleans, which spanned critical activations including the COVID-19 vaccination campaign and impact of Hurricane Ida. The experience of that year led her to continue with the New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, where she deepened and formalized the City's relationship with key nongovernmental partners, from international foundations to local congregations. This summer, Madeline worked as a Climate Health Intern at NYC Health + Hospitals in New York. Following her studies at Princeton, Madeline hopes to be a more informed advocate with greater ability to navigate and adapt governance structures.