Cheryl volunteered with ETD from early 2004 to November 2008. She worked on ETD projects as an intern, and provided video and photographic support during ETD trips to Guatemala in 2005, 2006 and 2008. She wrote the original script that was adapted for the documentary Manuela & Esperanza, and provided initial video editing. Her work appears in ETD documentaries, on the website, and in publicity pieces.