Emma Shainwald

she/her/hers and they/them/theirs

From Princeton, NJ, Emma came to D.C. after graduating from William & Mary with a B.A. in Asian Pacific Islander American Studies. Studying in Virginia acquainted Emma with AAPI spaces in D.C. and Virginia, where Emma later moved to pursue greater work with the AAPI community. Emma’s experience as a transnational-transracial adoptee heavily influenced her a passion for immigration and AAPI issues. She's excited to join SEARAC's DAT Program to meet and collaborate with other SEAs passionate about advocacy. When given the opportunity, Emma enjoys drinking tea, sewing, and cracking jokes with friends.

Sweet or Savory?: Sweet

Hype Song?: Till the World Ends - Britney Spears feat. KeSha & Nicki Minaj