Staff

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Avery Plachcinski

  • Communications and Project Assistant
  • Abdul Latif Jameel Water and Food Systems Lab

Avery Plachcinski is the communications and project assistant for the Abdul Latif Jameel Water and Food Systems Lab (J-WAFS) at MIT. Avery assists in the creation and dissemination of communications produced by J-WAFS, and supports research, analysis, reporting, social media outreach, and event management.

Avery joined J-WAFS in July 2024 through the Northeastern University co-op program. She is a rising fifth year at Northeastern University pursuing a BA in Environmental Studies with a concentration in Environmental Ethics and Social Justice. Prior to joining J-WAFS, Avery worked as the Graduate Education Program Assistant Co-op at MIT Energy Initiative. Through her professional and academic experiences, she has developed strong interests in climate justice, environmental education, and food access. Avery enjoys cooking, reading, and biking around Boston.