We’re a small team with big ideas and a passion for doing things well.
MEET THE TEAM!
Our Team
Samira Chediak
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Samira Chediak *
Founder
As one of the founders of Monarch News, Samira has dedicated herself to ensuring that journalism remains accessible, impactful, and rooted in truth. With a passion for diplomacy, she recognizes the urgency of bringing global issues to light and creating opportunities for young people to engage with them.
Helen Padron
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Helen Padron *
Founder
Helen Padron was inspired by the issues in her community and her own sense of justice when founding Monarch News. Through student-made articles and community assistance, she hopes to foster the trust journalism once held, become a voice for those you cannot speak up, and inspire youth advocacy.
Aiden Maxfield
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Aiden Maxfield *
Stepping up to the plate, Aiden is excited to bring the core mission of honest news to life. He is most thrilled to work with the brilliant team assembled at Monarch News, allowing others to create opportunities for themselves that will help them in the future. With a commitment to fact-checking and ensuring every submission is ready to be spotlighted on our platform, Aiden reflects Monarch News' dedication to combating misinformation.
Head of Submissions
Sophie Chaoui
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Sophie Chaoui *
Sophie works to bring visions into reality with marketing skills at Monarch News. She develops engaging campaigns that connect with audiences. Through creativity, Sophie aspires to reflect the organization’s mission with digital storytelling.
Social Media Director
Andres Rodriguez Armas
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Andres Rodriguez Armas *
Director of Digital Operations
With a keen eye and an innovative mindset, Andres works to keep our digital platforms in good shape. With the help of the rest of our team, he hopes to have accessible resources and information for everyone.
