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Daniela Velazquez

San Jose,CA

Summary

Driven by a passion for community engagement and policy analysis, I excelled at the City of San José, enhancing civic participation and leading impactful initiatives. My expertise in project management and stakeholder collaboration, coupled with a track record of fostering community relations, underscores my ability to drive meaningful change and engage diverse groups effectively.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Relations Director

City of San José, District 3 Council Office
San José
01.2023 - Current
  • Organize and facilitate community engagement events to boost civic participation.
  • Leverage social media platforms to enhance outreach, ensuring constituents remain informed and actively engaged with district news, events, and policy updates.
  • Draft speeches, talking points, and other communication materials to ensure consistent, clear, and impactful messaging.
  • Lead and mentor interns, offering guidance on event coordination, project management, and community outreach efforts.
  • Analyze and evaluate key policy issues, focusing on homelessness, housing, neighborhood services, economic development, downtown revitalization, and public safety.

Policy and Community Relations Representative

City of San José, District 5 Council Office
San José
11.2021 - 12.2022
  • Analyzed policies related to housing, homelessness, and economic development.
  • Coordinated distribution of important updates on resources and events via a monthly newsletter for 7,000+ residents.
  • Led a small business initiative to engage over 100 local businesses, establish a business association, and design workshops to foster growth and resilience.
  • Partnered with various city departments and stakeholders to address constituent issues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Communication, Sociology

University of California, Davis
06.2021

Accomplishments

Engaged Latina Leadership Alliance (ELLA) Graduate

Latina Coalition of Silicon Valley
January 2023 – July 2023

  • The ELLA Program is a six-month leadership development initiative designed to empower Latinas (ages 19-29) by equipping them with foundational leadership, civic engagement, and professional skills.
  • Led a research project on the impact of gentrification in Latinx communities, in collaboration with the Berryessa Flea Market Vendors Association. The project focused on the challenges faced by local vendors due to the ongoing BART development in San Jose, highlighting the need for community support and advocacy.

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Community Relations Director

City of San José, District 3 Council Office
01.2023 - Current

Policy and Community Relations Representative

City of San José, District 5 Council Office
11.2021 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Communication, Sociology

University of California, Davis

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