Ashley began as an intern with SDF in 2021, while earning her B.A. in Communications from CSU Channel Islands. When her internship ended, she knew that she still wanted to be involved with the organization and opted to stay on as a volunteer, later acting as a social media consultant. She officially joined the SDF team in 2023, as a Communications Associate, assisting with content creation and bolstering SDF’s social media presence. Ashley’s years of experience working with shelters and other animal-focused groups reflects a lifelong devotion to animal welfare, and she brings that passion to her work with SDF.