Briauna Rushin, Operations Coordinator

Briauna supports the Foundation's work through her role as Operations Coordinator. She works alongside the Finance and Operations Officer and Chief of Staff to aid the Foundation's internal administrative functions, with specific regard to IOLTA and LRAP. In addition, Briauna oversees DCBF's Internship Program. She finds it most fulfilling knowing that she's making a difference, even if it’s in the smallest way, by helping her colleagues. Briauna greatly believes in the DC Bar Foundation's premise that everyone, even our most vulnerable populations, has fair and equitable access to justice.

Briauna started at DCBF as an intern in August 2023 before transitioning to Operations Assistant in December 2023 after graduation. She received her BA in Political Science with a minor in Criminology from Hofstra University. She is currently working towards a Master of Social Work from George Mason University. Since then, she's been promoted to Operations Coordinator in January 2025. Briauna has a strong sense of social justice and infuses it into her everyday life.

Briauna enjoys new experiences, traveling, good music, and considers herself a lifelong learner.