Our Fellows

Fall 2025 Cohort

Scarlett Goldberg

Scarlett Goldberg is a rising junior at Georgetown University studying Government and Justice & Peace Studies. Scarlett has explored various facets of the political machine–from fundraising at Human Rights Watch to legislative research on Capitol Hill–and is committed to advancing a more just and equitable U.S. political system. On campus, she leads programming with Restorative Georgetown and bolsters pro-social organizing with H*yas for Choice and the Social Responsibility Network. As a Faith and Justice Fellow, she looks forward to more deeply exploring the intersection between spirituality and political organizing to grow more fully as a leader rooted in reflection, purpose, and care.

Kira Agne

Kira Agne is a junior in the McDonough School of Business, studying Marketing and Management, and competing on the Varsity Swimming & Diving team. She is a native of Wilmington, Delaware. Last spring, Kira interned in Senator Chris Coons’ office, learning firsthand how to be a strong, faith-driven leader. Outside of the pool and the classroom, Kira loves hiking, reading, and spending time with her dog. This semester, she is looking forward to engaging in meaningful discussion with her peers, and exploring how a justice-oriented perspective can shape better policy.

Lindsay Lee

Originally from 20 minutes just outside of Philadelphia, Lindsay is pursuing a dual-degree in Business and Global Affairs with a minor in Psychology. Her love for business was sparked by working at a start-up, farm-to-table restaurant in high school since inception of the business nearly seven years ago. The founders lift up the voices of local farmers in New Jersey, emphasizing the importance of appreciating (and knowing) where the food you consume comes from and advocating for humane chicken-farming practices. She has spent time advocating for wildlife protection throughout high school leading the UNICEF Club, the outdoors club, and an ocean preservation organization called On the Water. At Georgetown, you can find Lindsay on the squash court playing for the Women’s Varsity Team or walking around the DC area. Additionally, Lindsay holds leadership positions in three student-led investment funds on campus and has previously interned with a woman-owned Real Estate Private Equity firm headquartered in DC.

Hilary Orozco

Hilary Orozco is a senior in the College of Arts & Sciences majoring in Government. She will be joining the incoming cohort for the CFJ Student Fellows program in Fall 2025. On campus, Hilary has been involved in the Georgetown University Student Association, La Casa Latina, and the Digital Technology Learning Assistants Program. She is passionate about developing a capstone project that will encompass her areas of concern– immigrant rights and the state of democracy. In her free time, she enjoys going on walks, spending time with family, and reading books.

Ed Holden

Ed Holden was born and raised in Newark, Delaware, in a working-class military and union family. He attended Newark Charter High School before studying at the University of Delaware, where he majored in American History and minored in Disability Studies. Since 2018, he has worked in politics in various capacities, including as Constituent Advocate for the United States Senate, Delaware Political Liaison for the Chris Coons for Delaware campaign, and Union and Faith Groups Organizer for the Kamala Harris campaign in Detroit, Michigan.
Since deepening his faith in 2020, Ed has sought to use it as a guiding force in his advocacy and professional work. His role at the Center on Faith and Justice allows him to continue growing in both faith and public engagement, equipping him with the tools to create change both within and beyond existing systems.

Ashland Ross

Ashland is a sophomore in the College studying Public Policy under Georgetown’s joint degree program with the McCourt School of Public Policy with a minor in Environment and Sustainability. Ashland’s passion for advocacy and justice has led to her involvement on campus with organizations such as Georgetown’s Moot Court team and Hoyas for Human Rights.

Katie Taffe

Katie Taffe (she/her) is a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences at Georgetown pursuing a BA in Public Policy with a minor in Law, Justice, and Society. Originally from Minnesota and growing up in the Lutheran church, she is interested in exploring how religious values of justice fit into a secular society, as well as studying how white Christian nationalism has amassed significant political power while simultaneously causing young people to turn away from religion.

Past Cohorts

Spring 2025

Elana Elder, Biochemistry ’26

Elana is a Junior in the College of Arts and Sciences, majoring in Biochemistry and minoring in History. Outside of academics, Elana is on the Women’s Openweight Rowing Team, is a member of the Georgetown Pep Band, and is an editor of Georgetown’s all-student-run humanities journal, Utraque Unum.

Margaret Green, Government ’25

Margaret is a Government major and History minor with a passion for policy, history, and justice. She currently works as a Research Assistant at the McCourt School of Public Policy’s Edunomics Lab, where she tracks developments in education finance. She also volunteers at the King County Bar Association’s Neighborhood Legal Clinic in her home state of Washington. As she approaches graduation this year, Margaret is eager to continue her studies in the legal field, with a focus on advancing social justice through public policy and legal reform.

Aamir Jamil, Government and Philosophy ’27

Aamir is a sophomore in the College studying Government and Philosophy with a minor in Spanish. Originally from New Jersey, he enjoys reading, biking, and playing the clarinet. He is most excited to explore how faith and politics can influence each other.

Jina Lee, Sociology & Government ’26

Jina is a Junior in the College, pursuing a double major in Government and Sociology. She is excited to join the CFJ fellowship program in the spring semester 2025. She is also participating in the CALL program and is eager to contribute to her internship at the Father McKenna Center in downtown DC. Her passion for housing justice was ignited through her experiences with Habitat for Humanity and the GU HOME program. In addition to housing justice, Jina is keenly interested in the complexities of population dynamics—specifically the decline and aging populations—and migration issues. She is committed to expanding her perspectives and deepening her understanding of various topics through engaging in CFJ’s discussions, reflections, and her capstone project.

Nicholas Mensah, MIDP ’26

Nicholas Mensah is a medical doctor and environmental sustainability advocate dedicated to advancing health equity and social justice through public service and policy advocacy. He is the founder of Youth Network for Health Promotion, a non-profit based in Ghana that empowers youth as health promoters, earning him recognition as one of Ghana’s “100 Most Impactful Changemakers” in both 2022 and 2023. Currently, Nicholas is pursuing a master’s in international development policy at Georgetown University, specializing in health and environmental policy. He also serves as a Justice Graduate Intern at Georgetown’s Center for Social Justice and has been selected as a Spring 2025 Fellow at the Center for Faith & Justice. Nicholas’ selfless commitment to creating a healthier, more equitable world drives and inspires his impactful work in advocacy and leadership.

Emma Mitchell, MPP-EP ’27

Emma is a first-year master’s of public policy evening program student. Full-time, she works as a research assistant at the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA). Before coming to Georgetown, she did her undergraduate in Religious Studies at Loyola University Chicago, and did a volunteer year of service at a social service center in DC through the Capuchin friars. Emma has been involved in environmental education and advocacy in Catholic spaces, and is most interested in how communities can implement the teachings of Integral Ecology, and how to build and tend community structures that spread wellbeing and security in our current, precarious times.