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Demetris Knuckles El

Demetris Knuckles El

Roseville,MI

Summary

Community activist and advocate in criminal and social justice with over 7 years of experience supporting marginalized populations. Expertise in developing defense and mitigation strategies for juvenile lifers and long indeterminate sentences. Proficient in crisis intervention, case management, and program development, resulting in improved outcomes for community members. Successfully influenced Oakland County Prosecutors to recommend reduced sentences for juvenile lifers, demonstrating strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Organizer

Michigan Liberation
Detroit, MI
10.2018 - Current
  • Led a team of over 20 members in relational phone banking to increase voter turnout during elections.
  • Directed text messaging campaigns to engage voters and promote election participation.
  • Managed street canvassing efforts, conducting door-to-door outreach to mobilize community support.
  • Facilitated community listening sessions to gather insights on local issues for elected officials.
  • Coordinated campaign strategies for restoration of Good-Time for Michigan prisoners and closure of Women’s Huron Valley Prison.
  • Advocated for resentencing recommendations for juvenile lifers by engaging with Oakland County Prosecutors.
  • Developed training programs on effective voter engagement tactics, including canvassing and phone banking techniques.

Lead Organizer-The Mass Incarceration Project

One Campaign For Michigan
Detroit, Michigan
02.2019 - 07.2019
  • Educated community on voting rights for formerly incarcerated individuals and parolees.
  • Researched effective communication methods to enhance public engagement in events.
  • Organized strategic meetings with local organizations to foster relationships and align campaign objectives.
  • Represented organization at community meetings to advocate for its interests.
  • Conducted research to identify key stakeholders and potential target areas within the community.
  • Developed presentations detailing strategic plans for upcoming campaigns and initiatives.

Education

GED -

State Of Michigan
Jackson, MI
03-1993

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Stress and anger management
  • Public speaking
  • Leadership development
  • Relationship building
  • Research skills
  • Team leadership
  • Messaging strategy
  • Community engagement
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Meeting facilitation

Timeline

Lead Organizer-The Mass Incarceration Project

One Campaign For Michigan
02.2019 - 07.2019

Lead Organizer

Michigan Liberation
10.2018 - Current

GED -

State Of Michigan

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