Mel Leider

Mel Leider possesses a diverse background in education, community service, and environmental initiatives, backed by a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Environmental Studies, and Spanish from Middlebury College. Experience includes roles such as Peer Career Advisor at Middlebury College Center for Careers and Internships, Independent Researcher with Kichwa midwives, and Youth Development Facilitator with the Peace Corps. Mel has also contributed to various organizations, including leading cooking workshops in nutrition, managing operations at a peony farm, and coordinating outdoor science education programs. Additional roles encompass tutoring English as a second language, serving as a Medical Interpreter, and advocating for food security initiatives as President of the Campus Hunger Project. Mel's commitment to fostering community engagement and educational opportunities is evident through a sustained focus on cultural collaboration, environmental sustainability, and mental health awareness.