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Seattle, Washington, United States

Berkeley, California, United States

Seattle, Washington, United States

Litigation practice group in Seattle HQ.

Olympia, Washington, United States

Worked in the chambers of Chief Justice Gonzalez on appellate litigation matters. Discussed and made recommendations on petitions for review, helped draft COVID-related emergency rules and rules of professional conduct. Drafted proposals for internal court rules that were more inclusive of transgender and gender-diverse people.

Seattle, Washington

Wrote model policies and guidelines to limit immigration enforcement and protect data privacy for Washington residents to the fullest extent possible under state and federal law as required by the Keep Washington Working Act, ESSB 5497. Researched policy, briefed various government agencies, hosted community roundtables, and engaged stakeholders to advance.

House Democratic Caucus

Analyzed policy and updated legislative statutes in the Public Safety and Business and Financial Services committees. Worked with elected officials, government agencies, and various nongovernmental actors to research, negotiate, and write state policies, such as ESHB 3003, transforming Washington State’s Deadly Force statute. Provided strategic advice to.

Greater Seattle Area

Developed and implemented political and advocacy strategies to achieve the goals of SEIU 775—lifting caregivers out of poverty, transforming health and long-term care, building strong and sustainable worker organizations, fighting inequality, and increasing prosperity for all working people. Coordinated member engagement, training, and coalition work with.

Greater Seattle Area

Developed the leadership and strength of membership within union campaigns, coordinated goals and data statewide and with national political program. Organized, trained, and developed the talents of union members and other workers. Advocated raising standards for the long-term care industry through an aggressive organizing plan and political engagement.

1122 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Implemented and managed national phone bank operations, created surveys, conducted research and compiled data for relevant immigration policy. Organized naturalization workshops and political events such as Know Your Rights trainings and voter registration drives. Briefed individuals with non-legal information and referrals related to U.S citizenship.

Dolores Huerta Elementary School

Design and organize lessons, tutor students in vital reading and writing skills.Advertise and recruit volunteers for the program.

USC Housing

Manage office accounts, organize monthly budgets, lead interviews and new hire trainings. Oversight of summer development and maintenance projects, outreach to vendors for future partnerships.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Assisted in youth vote initiatives, opening of field offices, phonebanking, canvassing, and poll accrual. Wrote film contract for the Advertisement Campaign "Every Child".

Greater Los Angeles Area

Greater Los Angeles Area

Created lesson plans ranging from geography to international relations and taught them in a variety of grade levels including 2nd, 4th, and 9th grade.

USC Oxfam America

Recruited members, planned and organized events to raise funds and awareness for Oxfam's Grow Campaign. Hosted Hunger Banquet with donated food from local shops for over thirty guests.

Greater New York City Area

Worked in conjunction with Mayor Bloombergs Grassroots Campaign to encourage civic engagement from minority groups and city youth. Canvassed and phone banked to raise awareness and funds for Planned Parenthood.

Greater New York City Area

Planned and led events to receive new students and their families, including tours of campus facilities and city, dinners, movie outings, theater shows, and art showcases. Mentored students pursuing fine arts throughout academic year and assisted office in housing assignments.

Doctor Of Law - Jd, 2L

Activities and Societies: Student Association at Berkeley Law Co-President (SABL 2021-22 Term) Berkeley Law Alternative Spring Trip.

Doctor Of Law - Jd, 1L

Activities and Societies: Student Association at Berkeley Law Co-President 2021-22 Honors: Dean’s Fellowship (merit-based tuition award).

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), International Relations And Affairs

Activities and Societies: Activities: College Democrats, President Oxfam America, President Oriana Choir, Member

Fine And Studio Arts

Activities and Societies: Green Society, Honors Program