Alyssa Aldape Faith Organizer and Programs Manager
Alyssa has over 10 years of experience as an ordained Baptist minister who has worked in churches in Alabama, Georgia, Virginia and the District of Columbia. Alyssa was also an organizer with the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice where she worked alongside other Latine folks in Virginia to advocate and lobby for reproductive rights in the commonwealth, including working on a constitutional amendment that will codify abortion protections in the state constitution.
Autonomy is a Baptist distinctive Alyssa holds dear and is what guides her work as an advocate for both reproductive justice and religious liberty.
Alyssa earned her Master of Divinity from Mercer University’s McAfee School of Theology and a bachelor’s in history from Samford University.
Adriyanna Andreus Conference & Partnerships Manager
Adriyanna brings over a decade of experience in civic engagement, program management and grassroots organizing, with a focus on empowering underrepresented communities and advancing democracy.
Most recently, she worked with The Outreach Team during the 2024 election cycle, mobilizing efforts to ensure voter access and representation. Prior to that, Adriyanna served as director of regional programs for Civic Nation’s Made to Save campaign, where she led initiatives to build trust in the COVID-19 vaccines and to expand access and strengthen ties between communities of color and public health systems.
Adriyanna’s work has been featured on CNN, Al Jazeera and other prominent outlets, highlighting her contributions to building community power and advancing equity through education and advocacy.
David Carter Public Policy Counsel
David advances Americans United’s mission to defend religious freedom by advocating for policies that uphold the constitutional separation of church and state at both the federal and state levels.
David has dedicated his career to promoting civil rights, equity and justice. Before joining Americans United, he served as a law clerk at the Los Angeles County Superior Court, supported litigation and policy reform at the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and ACLU-MD, and contributed to legislative initiatives as an intern for U.S. Sens. Dianne Feinstein, Kamala D. Harris and Brian E. Schatz.
A proud graduate of California State University Northridge and Howard University School of Law, David is committed to advancing equality, empowering marginalized communities and championing policies that safeguard church-state separation.
Camille Didelot Digital Fundraising Manager
A Los Angeles native, Camille moved to New Orleans to earn her bachelor’s degree in strategic communications from Loyola University New Orleans. Her experience working with local nonprofits ignited her passion for fundraising and advancing civil liberties.
Before joining AU, Camille honed her skills in email marketing and developed digital strategies for progressive organizations. A dual citizen of France, Camille’s time living in Europe broadened her global perspective.
Camille believes the separation of church and state is fundamental to a just and equitable society. She is dedicated to AU’s mission of protecting this essential principle and empowering people of all backgrounds to thrive.
Mariel Montero Public Policy Associate
A Texas native, Mariel received a B.A. from Amherst College and an M.A. in international policy and development from the Middlebury Institute. While completing her master’s degree, Mariel spent several semesters interning at the International Organization of Migration and the HOPE Border Institute, conducting immigration policy research and strengthening service networks for asylum seekers in the U.S.
Mariel’s diverse background includes work with migrant advocacy organizations, progressive political campaigns, English language instruction abroad and roles in local, state and federal government. Her multidisciplinary expertise reflects a deep commitment to advancing equitable policies, safeguarding the separation of church and state and fostering meaningful change.
Rachael Stryer Public Policy Counsel
Before joining Americans United, Rachael was a Gruber Fellow in Global Justice with Organized Power in Numbers, where she provided legal support to worker- and immigrant-led organizing campaigns in the Sun Belt region. Previously, Rachael clerked for Judge Keith P. Ellison of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas. Rachael holds a J.D. from Yale Law School and a B.A. from Stanford University