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, IL05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science, Pre Law-Track
Spelman College
Atlanta, GASkills
- 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