Dara Yin
Greater Los Angeles Area
Summary
Dynamic program specialist driving youth development and community empowerment initiatives. Proven track record in enhancing reentry support through impactful workshops and community events, leading to measurable improvements in participants' vocational skills and personal growth. Advocating for restorative justice and intergroup solidarity to foster inclusive communities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Lead — BAM (Bridge Academy Movement)
Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory
Los Angeles
01.2024 - Current
- Lead trauma-informed youth workforce development and arts education programming for formerly incarcerated and systems-impacted youth ages 17–24.
- Coordinated internship opportunities and vocational pathways in studio, stage, and event production to enhance career prospects for participants.
- Facilitated curriculum emphasizing production assistant training, life skills, leadership development, storytelling, and career readiness to empower youth.
- Support participants with college exposure, vocational exploration, digital literacy, and professional development.
- Organized workshops, field trips, and hands-on learning experiences in media production and community engagement to enrich youth learning.
Senior Program Specialist
API RISE
Los Angeles
01.2023 - Current
- Led and coordinated reentry, anti-hate, and community empowerment programming for formerly incarcerated individuals, youth, and families, fostering community resilience.
- Developed and facilitated workshops on healing, leadership, restorative justice, intergroup relations, and community engagement, enhancing participant skills and community connections.
- Organized healing circles, monthly community gatherings, educational workshops, and cultural events, promoting community cohesion and support.
- Coordinate partnerships with community organizations, artists, educators, and advocacy groups.
- Assist with grant reporting, program evaluation, participant tracking, and outcome measurement.
- Support development of social media campaigns, podcasts, and educational media projects related to anti-hate education and community empowerment.
- Mentor systems-impacted individuals navigating reentry, leadership development, and community reintegration.
Education
Master’s Degree - Learning, Design, and Technology
University of Southern California (USC)
3551 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 9008905-2025
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Workshop Facilitation
- Trauma-Informed Facilitation
- Restorative justice
- Youth Development
- Community Outreach & Engagement
- Program Coordination
- Leadership Development
- Team Collaboration
- Volunteer Coordination
- Conflict Resolution
- Public Speaking
Certification
Peer Support Specialist
Timeline
Program Lead — BAM (Bridge Academy Movement)
Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory
01.2024 - Current
Senior Program Specialist
API RISE
01.2023 - Current
Master’s Degree - Learning, Design, and Technology
University of Southern California (USC)