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David Martinez

Denver,CO

Summary

I am a passionate community organizer who has had the opportunity to participate in and critique our legal and political institutions, which play a massive role in perpetuating the catastrophes that plague my community. Throughout my journey, I have been able to build relationships rooted in love with fellow human beings who are interested in bringing forth transformative solutions to our catastrophes. I find myself in a privileged position, and I feel morally obligated to fight alongside the most vulnerable individuals within our society.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research & Policy Homie

Ednium: The Alumni Collective
Denver, CO
12.2023 - Current
  • Conducted focus groups to gather qualitative data from participants in programs.
  • Lead survey development for qualitative and quantitative data intake
  • Collaborated with staff and alumni council to build out our advocacy and policy approach
  • Analyzed quantitative and qualitative data sets to assess trends or patterns in research areas.
  • Organized a directory for potential funders of Ednium to ensure financial stability for the organization.
  • Participated in the organization's community and leadership development program
  • Created parameters in a Request for Proposal regarding de-stigmatizing technical education, accessability of technical education, and collecting data from students that participate in those programs.
  • Participated in panels and public comment to inform system leaders on the benefits and consequences of the current DPS educational methods.
  • Collaborated with external stakeholders such as Denver Public School alumni and organizations to build relationships that increases the organization's social capital

Legislative Aide

Representative Javier Mabrey
Denver, CO
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Leveraged and continuously increased knowledge of legislative processes within the state government structure.
  • Organized an authentic, safe space for working class people of color as they maneuvered traumatic institutions.
  • Collaborated political strategy with the Representative as they presented their legislation to colleagues.
  • Facilitated constituent communication with government agencies to support access to services.
  • Coordinated town hall meetings to engage community in the political process
  • Cooperated with interns to create a welcoming team environment without the hierarchical structure.
  • Tracked legislation and other developments in assigned issue areas and briefed the Representative.
  • Attended various committee meetings and house floor proceedings and acted as liaison with committee members and staff.
  • Organized testimony carefully with impacted community members.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to build authentic, humanistic relationships.
  • Organized stakeholding meetings with industry and community members.

Board Member

Citizen Oversight Board
Denver, CO
12.2022 - Current
  • Appointed by former Mayor Michael Hancock in December of 2022.
  • Attended board meetings and reviewed meeting agendas.
  • Approved organizational strategies, budgets and business decisions.
  • Maintained confidentiality in regard to internal organizational affairs and information.
  • Utilized networks and resources to inspire collective action and achieve organizational goals.
  • Assessed the effectiveness of the Denver Department of Public Safety’s hiring, training, and disciplinary processes and making recommendations as appropriate.

Community Organizer

Colorado Latino Leadership, Advocacy & Research Organization
Denver, CO
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • Organized, with fellow coalition members, the first ever Latino Action Council Political Forum. The forum allowed for Latino voices to be present
  • Coordinated, with national partners, a misinformation,disinformation, and malinformation program for Latino community members.
  • Maintained outreach contacts in organization's database to track progress toward base building goals.
  • Inspired communities and individual citizens to mobilize and coordinate forces and develop tools to accomplish social change.
  • Implemented community outreach and engagement plans to reach Latino communities.
  • Traveled the state of Colorado to better understand the social and material conditions of Latinos in differing environments
  • Created a monthly newsletter that was disseminated to members of the Latino Action Council
  • Identified resources to create fundraising opportunities.
  • Created and distributed informational pamphlets regarding Proposition FF and how it directly impacts Latino communities.
  • Conducted outreach to local community leaders and progressive organizations and assisted with local and regional on-site events.
  • Updated the Latino directory through humanistic and coalition building tactics.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with Latino organizations, elected officials, stakeholders, and leaders across the state.
  • Facilitated policy and policy issue training
  • Drafted and distributed Latino Action Council alerts and updates.
  • Maintained organized digital and physical coalition records.
  • identified top issue areas for Latinos across the state through surveys, one-on-ones, phone calls and virtual meetings

Discovery Clerk

Office of the State Public Defender
Denver, CO
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • Computed discovery evidence into the database to ensure that attorneys across the state could adequately defend their clients
  • Assisted attorneys in their voir dire skillset in mock trials
  • Conducted judicial research for attorneys in hopes of improving their bargaining position for clients
  • Gained knowledge on the criminal justice system and the structural inequities that are inherently found within.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
05.2022

Associate of Arts -

Red Rocks Community College
Denver, CO
05.2019

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Leadership
  • Empathy
  • Complex Problem solving
  • Communication
  • Community Organizing
  • Adaptability
  • Briefing Prep
  • Bill Tracking
  • Event Coordination
  • Project Organization
  • Presentations and Public Speaking
  • Legal Research

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • Summer Legal Academy, University of Miami School of Law
  • Mini Law School, University of Colorado (Boulder)

Timeline

Research & Policy Homie

Ednium: The Alumni Collective
12.2023 - Current

Board Member

Citizen Oversight Board
12.2022 - Current

Community Organizer

Colorado Latino Leadership, Advocacy & Research Organization
05.2022 - 01.2023

Legislative Aide

Representative Javier Mabrey
01.2022 - 12.2023

Discovery Clerk

Office of the State Public Defender
09.2021 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Colorado State University

Associate of Arts -

Red Rocks Community College

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