Emrel Salter

I was working on my debut EP, when I found out about the devastation in Gaza right now due to the ongoing Israel-Palestine War. I only heard about the war for the first time in February 2024, when it had already reached genocide status. Appalled by the crimes against humanity and driven to take action, I have since halted my personal projects to work on Pro-Palestine music projects to raise funding for humanitarian efforts, due for release beginning in March 2024.

I have spent the last two years studying, business, leadership, management, marketing and communication to grow my local thrift store, which has been performing well since late 2021, into my own sustainable fashion brand. Motivated to be a brand that makes a positive impact at every point in it's supply chain, and is dedicated to designing systems that benefit both the people and the planet. The brand was due to launch in April this year, but has since been postponed, as I'd like to volunteer in Gaza.

• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
• Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
• Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.

• Improved response times during emergencies by consistently practicing drills simulating various emergency scenarios.
• Maintained detailed records of daily activities, incidents, and first aid treatments administered to patrons during shifts.
• Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance rescue techniques, physical fitness, and knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Conducted regular checks of lifesaving equipment to ensure proper functionality and preparedness for emergencies.
• Assisted in maintaining clean facilities by performing routine maintenance tasks and adhering to sanitary guidelines.
• Assisted in the training of new lifeguards, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure a high level of preparedness among team members.
• Enhanced beach safety by efficiently monitoring and patrolling assigned areas.
• Prevented accidents through vigilant surveillance of people and timely intervention during emergencies.
• Educated swimmers about potential hazards in the water, raising awareness about rip currents, tides, and marine life encounters.
• Supported the organization of special events at the beach facility by assisting with set-up, crowd control, and event security measures.
• Evaluated weather conditions daily to determine if it was safe for swimmers or if adjustments needed to be made regarding beach access and activities.