Hands-On Experience

Attend and actively participate in board meetings, taking detailed notes and assisting with action items as needed.

Keep track of housing issues on the city council websites for the citites of Lafayette, Orinda, and Moraga.

Selected to serve as a Welcome Navigator at the Concord Immigration Court in Concord, California.

Built and maintained relationships with faith leaders and organizations, including Catholic church leaders in Walnut Creek and Pleasant Hill. 

Assisted in developing impactful relationships and conducted strategic outreach with key stakeholders to support the mission of the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity. 

Participated in canvassing efforts, including door-to-door outreach and phone banking, to communicate Pablo's platform and encourage voter participation in neighborhoods across District 4.

Represented Pablo Benavente’s values and vision in interactions with constituents across District 4, advocating for his policies on affordable housing, public safety, and local economic development.

Earned endorsements from the Contra Costa Democratic Party, the Contra Costa Young Democrats, and the East Bay Times, becoming one of the most watched city council races in Contra Costa County

Develop strong interpersonal skills by interacting with a diverse range of community members, addressing concerns, and maintaining a positive campaign image.

Led a grassroots effort to educate and engage residents on the benefits and implications of Proposition 5 and Proposition 36, emphasizing the benefits of Proposition 5 and the potential negative impacts of Proposition 36 on local communities across Alameda County and Contra Costa County. 

Organized and conducted door-to-door canvassing efforts in the following neighborhoods of Richmond, ensuring personalized conversations to address voter concerns and share key information: Iron Triangle, North Richmond, Metro Richmore Village, Laurel Park, and Parchester Village neighborhoods. 

Developed and distributed educational materials (flyers, pamphlets, social media content) that communicated the reasons for voting NO on Proposition 36, including the negative impacts that it would have on Alameda County and Contra Costa County.

Trained and supervised volunteers in door-to-door canvassing efforts and voter outreach best practices, empowering them to engage with voters and promote the campaign's message. Ensured compliance with local election laws and regulations during all outreach activities.