Caja del Rio

Located in north-central New Mexico at roughly 107,000 acres lies the Caja del Rio - one of America’s most iconic landscapes and an area of profound cultural, historical, spiritual, archaeological, and environmental significance. 

The Caja contains thousands of ancient petroglyphs and significant archaeological sites and is considered sacred to many Native American Pueblos and Tribes throughout the region. In addition, the Caja also contains historic and cultural significance to Spanish settlers and continues to be utilized by the many communities surrounding this important landscape.

To ensure the protection of the Caja, a diverse, inclusive, collaborative, and sustainable group of local community leaders have formed the Caja coalition that is focused on achieving long-term preservation, lasting stewardship, and adaptive co-management of these sacred lands.

Serving as the communications professional for the coalition, my role and responsibilities include:

• Determine and provide recommendations for campaign communications strategy
• Drafting and publishing press releases, statements, op-eds, blog posts, and all other communication materials
• Creating and managing the coalition social channels
• Manage coalition website
• Create fliers and marketing materials for special events

To learn more about the Caja and to view examples of some of my work, visit cajadelrio.org