Who We Are

40 Years of Action

For more than 40 years, PSR-LA has been bringing the voices of health professionals to the front lines of the fight for a safer future, and working hand in hand with communities impacted by environmental racism, pollution, and injustice. PSR-LA began by advocating for an end to the nuclear arms race and nuclear weapons abolition, a fight that continues to this day. 

Elevating Healthcare Professionals

Today, we elevate the trusted voices of healthcare professionals to support transformative, community-led movements for environmental justice and nuclear disarmament. Our programs equip doctors, nurses, public health workers, allied health care professionals, and students with the tools they need to successfully advocate for policies that foster healthier, stronger communities across Los Angeles, Southern California, and beyond. 

Meet the Team

  • Martha Dina Argüello

    Martha Dina Argüello

    Executive Director

  • Denise Duffield

    Denise Duffield

    Associate Director

  • Kaya Allan Sugerman

    Director of Health & Environment Programs

  • Maki Edpao

    Director of Development

  • Alex Jasset

    Director of Energy Justice

  • Maro Kakoussian

    Director of Climate & Health Programs

  • Rose Sourn

    Director of Finance & Administration

  • Adan Garcia

    Air Quality Manager

  • Mithzy Hernandez

    Communications Manager

  • Deja McCauley

    Land Use & Health Manager

  • Michael Rincon

    Research & Policy Manager

  • Edgar Barraza

    Energy Equity Policy Coordinator

  • Ivana Castellanos

    Toxics Program Coordinator

  • Tevin Hamilton

    Environmental Justice Communities Against Plastic (EJCAP) Coalition Coordinator

  • Lillian Hogle

    Executive Assistant & Special Projects Coordinator

  • Estephanie Garcia

    Air Quality Education & Outreach Associate

  • Maylene Hughes

    Nuclear Threats Program Regional Grassroots Organizer

  • Isul Kim

    Finance & Administrative Associate

  • Lucia Ruan

    Development Associate

  • Emma Silber

    Climate Justice Associate