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Christyana Walker

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Seasoned Youth Organizer focused on establishing successful programs for activism-minded youth. Offering top-notch organizational skills gained during proven experience.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Live Free Chicago Youth Organizer

Live Free Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
08.2019 - Current
  • Successfully lobbied for the passage of BIO BILL by the Illinois state legislature in 2021.
  • Created and maintained relationships with local schools, organizations, and government agencies related to youth advocacy.
  • Organized community events and workshops for youth to engage in social justice issues.
  • Trained and managed volunteer staff to accomplish program objectives.
  • Led student initiatives in high school to reduce violence.
  • Participated in planning voter registration, record expungement, and city official accountability events.

Youth Organizer Live Free USA

Live Free Illinois
Chicago, IL
08.2016 - Current
  • Collaborated with the Black Census,
  • Collaborated with a team working on the Gun Violence Reduction Project
  • Participated in the FUND PEACE campaign and the passing of the Break the Cycle of Violence Act.
  • Participated in coalition-building activities with other organizations serving similar populations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Thornridge Highschool
Dolton, IL
05-2023

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science, Pre Law-Track

Spelman College
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Workshop Facilitation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Volunteer Management
  • Partnership Building
  • Policy analysis
  • Fundraising expertise
  • Volunteer Recruitment
  • Policy Development

Accomplishments

  • UNCF STEM Scholar
  • Lyndell S. Beckham Award
  • Lead Youth Organizer of Live Free Illinois

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Live Free Chicago Youth Organizer

Live Free Chicago
08.2019 - Current

Youth Organizer Live Free USA

Live Free Illinois
08.2016 - Current

High School Diploma -

Thornridge Highschool

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science, Pre Law-Track

Spelman College

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