Charles Young-Longdon
Saint Paul,United States
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable community organizer with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Great team player who thrives in collaborative workspaces.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Engagement Manager
Minnesota Environmental Justice Table
Saint Paul, MN
01.2024 - Current
- Planned and executed various community engagements, such as town hall meetings, public forums, and volunteer initiatives, resulting in heightened involvement and improved understanding of key matters.
- Successfully drove organizational objectives through the development and implementation of community engagement strategies, resulting in improved volunteer recruitment and increased retention rates among the most active base members.
- Instituted relationship building through leading group discussions on topics such as environmental justice, community safety, and equity.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on various projects related to community engagement efforts.
- Managed and directed outreach programs targeting underrepresented communities, resulting in increased volunteer participation.
Board Member
Alliance For Metropolitan Stability
Saint Paul, MN
03.2022 - Current
- Identified and implemented efficient solutions to enhance organizational operations.
- Reviewed audit results from external auditors and addressed any issues identified in their reports.
- Provided strategic direction to the organization by setting goals and objectives.
- Contributed to the development of a long-term vision and strategic plan, positioning the organization for future success.
- Strengthened the organization's influence and effectiveness by representing its interests in public forums and with external entities.
- Participated in various committees to meet specialized goals.
- Attended board meetings and reviewed meeting agendas.
- Maintained confidentiality in regard to internal organizational affairs and information.
Communications Coordinator
Minnesota Environmental Justice Table
Saint Paul, MN
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed multiple projects and tasks simultaneously while managing external expectations.
- Closely monitored media coverage pertaining to campaign work, effectively pitched pertinent narratives that propelled campaign efforts forward.
- Established and maintained valuable relationships with key journalists, influencers, community figures, and independent media outlets to enhance media presence through various communication channels.
- Developed captivating social media content across various platforms including Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
- Collaborated on the creation and editing of numerous blogs and letters to the editor that enhanced campaign goals through strategic dissemination via local media sources.
Chapter Organizer- Healthy Communities
Sierra Club North Star Chapter
Saint Paul, MN
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with national program partners to develop an organizing strategy that aligned organizational best practices with local needs.
- Organized meetings and facilitated conversations with community members.
- Identified potential partnerships with other organizations to expand audience and overall scope of work.
- Developed strategies for addressing root causes of systemic injustices present in frontline communities.
- Provided comprehensive training to volunteers on leading local change efforts, running strategic campaigns, organizing press conferences, building strong coalitions as well as generating grassroots support and coordinating lobby days.
- Developed engagement and outreach metrics to solicit community engagement.
- Conducted outreach to local community leaders and progressive organizations and assisted with local events relevant to environmental justice.
Associate Chapter Organizer
Sierra Club North Star Chapter
Saint Paul, MN
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Successfully recruited volunteers by actively participating in community meetings, conferences, and workshops.
- Prepared reports summarizing activities conducted during a given period.
- Participated in regular strategy sessions with team leaders to evaluate current tactics and develop new ones.
- Maintained a database of contacts including elected officials, activists, coalition partners.
- Planned and executed various initiatives - including rallies, protests, and town hall meetings - to enhance public knowledge of critical concerns.
- Identified key issues and developed strategies for engaging individuals, groups, and organizations in advocacy campaigns.
- Directed volunteer engagement through activities such as neighborhood canvassing, literature distribution, and staffing phone banks.
- Collaborated with coalition partners to jointly address common concerns and undertake shared projects.
- Maintained records, scheduled meetings, and tracked expenses in order to provide comprehensive administrative support.
Education
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Minneapolis Community & Technical College
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Strategic Planning
Certification
Certificate of Recognition - North Star Black Cooperative Fellowship - Nexus Community Partners
Additional Information
Sierra Club North Star Chapter Achievement Award - Sierra Club North Star, Board Member, The Alliance for Metropolitan Stability, 2022-Present, Volunteer Trainer, Black Visions Abolition School, 2022, Environmental Justice Community Advisory Board, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, 2019-2020, Change & Equity Team Member, Sierra Club North Star Chapter, 2018-2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Community Engagement Manager
Minnesota Environmental Justice Table
01.2024 - Current
Board Member
Alliance For Metropolitan Stability
03.2022 - Current
Communications Coordinator
Minnesota Environmental Justice Table
01.2022 - 01.2024
Chapter Organizer- Healthy Communities
Sierra Club North Star Chapter
01.2019 - 12.2022
Associate Chapter Organizer
Sierra Club North Star Chapter
10.2017 - 12.2019
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Minneapolis Community & Technical College
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