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Why there are two of us

Public Spectacle's work is rooted in the conviction that partnership is vital to achieving sustainable social change. After all, we have a very difficult task at hand: intimate partner violence is a problem that has been silenced, perceived as a private matter and reinforced through cultural norms to the point that it has become tolerable and even clung to. Jaime Rothbard and Liz Odongo merge their unique talents to develop creative approaches to drawing attention to the prevalence of intimate partner violence and fostering discussion.  

Jaime Rothbard 

Jaime’s exceptional ability to tell a story through poetic rhyme, including issues surrounding gender roles, respect, human rights and the beauty of women, relates to the experiences of many. Her inspiration stirs emotions and offers people the confidence to express their own voices. Jaime brings an energy to our partnership that continuously seeks networks to promote innovation and developmental growth. Her dedication to social change strives to balance creativity with pragmatism. Her enthusiasm is demonstrated through her commitment to volunteerism in issues spanning through the intersection of women, health, the criminal justice system and the environment.

Liz Odongo

In addition to Public Spectacle, Liz is the Training Director at the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence where she designs and facilitates trainings for Coalition members, local service providers and law enforcement and volunteers with the Abused Persons Program in Montgomery County, Maryland. Past positions include Domestic Violence Systems Advocate and Educator at the Women’s Center and Program Officer in the Global Health, Population and Nutrition Department at the Academy for Educational Development. Liz obtained her Master’s Degree in International Education and Training from American University and is informed through her international work and travel experiences, including serving as a Peace Corp Volunteer in Guyana and an exchange student in Venezuela.