Alyssa Tapia
Milwaukee
Summary
I am a communications and advocacy professional dedicated to amplifying community impact through thoughtful, strategic storytelling. In my role with Community Advocates, I develop and share narratives that highlight the breadth of programs serving Milwaukee—from housing and behavioral health to violence prevention. My work centers on translating complex, deeply human experiences into accessible, engaging content that informs the public while honoring the lived experiences of those served. A key part of my role includes supporting the Milwaukee Women’s Center, where I focus on sharing survivor-centered stories and resources that uplift and support individuals impacted by domestic violence.
I am also a certified Holistic Sex Educator through the Institute of Sexuality Education and Enlightenment (ISEE), an AASECT-approved provider. This training informs my broader interest in how communication shapes our understanding of sensitive and often stigmatized topics, particularly sexuality, relationships, and personal agency. I bring a sex-positive, inclusive lens to my work, grounded in values of autonomy, consent, and holistic wellbeing.
Beyond my professional role, I am actively expanding my practice through independent, sex-positive projects, including zines, essays, and digital content. My work explores sexual communication, pleasure, embodiment, and the ways we come to understand ourselves as sexual beings. I am especially interested in bridging the gap between formal education and lived experience—creating accessible, culturally relevant resources that encourage more open, honest conversations about sexuality. Through this work, I aim to challenge stigma, support self-definition, and help individuals build more confident, connected relationships with their bodies and desires.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Communications Specialist
Community Advocates, Inc.
Milwaukee, WI
07.2024 - Current
- Lead strategic social media and digital storytelling efforts that advance housing stability efforts, substance misuse prevention, and domestic violence awareness, translating complex public health issues into accessible and engaging content.
- Collaborate with program teams to ensure messaging is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with best practices in prevention education and public health communication.
- Develop cohesive digital and print marketing materials.
- Bring creative, youth-centered engagement strategies to coalitions by conceptualizing and designing educational zines that increase accessibility and relatability of prevention messaging.
Community Engagement Specialist
De Vor Communications, LLC
Germantown, WI
04.2021 - 07.2024
- Managed high-quality public outreach and community engagement efforts throughout design and construction projects by organizing public involvement, business, and neighborhood meetings.
- Worked closely with project teams, stakeholders, and local and elected officials to ensure the flow of project communications.
- Disseminated project information through email updates and social media. Utilized social media to gather, organize, and analyze public feedback.
- Developed innovative strategies to encourage community participation. Focused on inclusivity and accessibility.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI05-2020
Skills
- Copywriting
- Storytelling and narrative development
- Content strategy
- Social media management
- Workshop facilitation
- Curriculum and resource development
Certification
Holistic Sex Educator Certification
Institute of Sexuality Education and Enlightenment - May 2025
Digital Practices, Continuing Education
Milwaukee Institute of Art Design - November 2021
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Community Advocates, Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Community Engagement Specialist
De Vor Communications, LLC
04.2021 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee