Sarah Brim

Community Watershed Ambassador

Sarah Brim (she/her) serves as Partners for Environmental Justice’s (PEJ) Community Watershed Ambassador, where she advances community-centered watershed restoration and environmental justice initiatives throughout the Walnut Creek Watershed. In this role, she connects residents, organizations, and public agencies to critical resources, while coordinating partnerships and leading outreach efforts that strengthen community engagement and environmental stewardship.

Originally from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Sarah moved to Raleigh to attend North Carolina State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences with a minor in Africana Studies. Her academic focus on environmental justice, combined with interdisciplinary coursework in ecology, sociology, and conservation biology, shaped her commitment to advancing equitable, community-driven environmental solutions.

During her undergraduate studies, Sarah conducted research on the human dimensions of conservation biology on Andros Island in The Bahamas. This experience deepened her understanding of the relationships between culture, community, and environmental systems, and continues to inform her work at the intersection of ecological restoration and social equity.

Prior to joining PEJ, Sarah spent several years as an Environmental Educator at Walnut Creek Wetland Park, where she designed and led programs that connected diverse audiences to wetland ecology, local history, and environmental justice. She also served as a Lead Educator with the City of Raleigh’s Neighborhood Ecology Corps, supporting youth development through hands-on environmental learning and community engagement. Across these roles, she built a strong foundation in curriculum design, public engagement, and volunteer coordination.

Outside of her professional work, Sarah enjoys exploring the natural world through activities such as hiking, dip netting, and observing reptiles and amphibians. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends and expressing her creativity through arts and crafts.