CURRENT MISSION

Explore, Build, Thrive.

ABOUT ME

Hello! My name is Rachel. I recently moved to NYC, and have been enjoying all the city has to offer. I am a university instructor, and a women's rights activist. I am also a brazilian jiu-jitsu purple belt. I love to travel, and experience different ways of life with different types of people.

PHILOSOPHY

Do good in the world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I love the couch surfing community, and have had great experiences with great people. I hope to host in NYC soon!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I first couchsurfed in Chicago, and had an excellent time!

Interests

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Social Justice
Food
Beer/Wine
Academics
Learning about different people
History
Geography

• dining
• chocolate
• wine
• beer
• coffee
• instructor
• traveling
• surfing
• snorkeling
• martial arts
• jiu jitsu
• geography
• history
• adventure
• world history
• brazilian jiu jitsu
• mixed martial arts

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Snorkeling with sea turtles in Playa del Carmen.
Exploring hidden NYC gems.
Working with Rev. Jesse Jackson in Chicago.
Working for the National Organization for Women.
Doing a TED talk!

Teach, Learn, Share

Just did my first TEDx Talk. You can check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hqvg8h8Ca38

Women's rights/Social justice is my area of interest. Would love to discuss/share ideas!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Open to sharing culture, and language! Would love to help with English - and work on my Portuguese!

Countries I’ve Visited

Brazil, Canada, Mexico, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States