CURRENT RISC STAFF
Emily Small
Lead Organizer
Emily has been organizing within the DART network for 21 years and counting. Her first 18 years were spent in Florida. She started out at the FAITH organization in Daytona Beach, FL, where she was for 4 years. She then spent 14 years as the Lead Organizer of PEACE, in Palm Beach County, FL. Emily came to RISC in September of 2019.
Emily is a native of the Philadelphia area and a graduate of Haverford College. She is married with three children.
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Denzel Mitchell
Associate Organizer
Denzel was born in Richmond, VA and raised on the Northern Neck of Virginia. He attended the University of Virginia where he majored in the Political and Social Thought distinguished major program and Economics, with a minor in History. In his free time he loves to read, run, and spend time with his friends and family.
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Jomi Gomez
Associate Organizer
Jomi was born in Queens, New York and was raised in Miami Lakes, Florida. He attended Miami Dade College for his Associates Degree which he received in Pre-Law Studies and Political Science. He later attended The University of South Florida, where he received a Bachelor's in Political Science and World History. After graduating, he worked for Daly & Barber, P.A where he oversaw the review of many cases in litigation. During his free time, Jomi enjoys playing both basketball and golf, as well as reading history themed books.
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Liz Petty
Administrative Assistant
Liz joined the RISC team in June of 2022, having relocated to Richmond, Virginia from Phoenix, Arizona. She brings to RISC a 20 year work history in accounting and administrative work, along with a passion for justice and a love for RVA. She lives in the city with her husband, their daughter and two dogs.
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