Our summer 2020 Interns

 

Alexa Banuelos

My name is Alexa Bañuelos and I’m an incoming freshman at DePaul University. I’m an 18 year old Latina and very passionate about informing others on the importance of using your voice. I’m a writer and I’m going to pursue a career in journalism to teach my community on the importance of sustainability.

Brigid Hackett

Hello! I am Brigid Hackett, a social media intern for GGM-Chicago. I am so thrilled to be a part of this wonderful team and program! I am a rising Junior at DePaul University studying Film & Television with a concentration in Direction. I am originally from Cincinnati, Ohio but now live in Chicago—my favorite city!

I am passionate about storytelling and want to pursue a career in film as a director and producer in order to share empowering female stories and amplify minority voices. I understand the importance—and necessity—of representing women of all backgrounds in media both on and off screen. I hope during my time at GGM-Chicago I can inspire and help the young women of this program find and use their voices to make a positive impact in the world of media.

Melissa Liu

Hi! I’m Melissa, a social media intern for GGM-Chicago this summer from Long Grove, IL! I’m a rising senior at Stevenson High School, and I’m on my school’s newspaper and debate team. I have a passion for current events and journalism, particularly as they pertain to amplifying previously unheard voices and fighting for social justice for oppressed groups. In the future, I’d love to study journalism or political science in college, attend law school, and become a criminal defense attorney.

I decided to intern for GGM because I absolutely love its mission, which is to empower girls’ voices in the media, particularly those from underprivileged communities. I have been loving being a part of this team so far and can’t wait to see where the summer 2020 program takes us!