Overview
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Education
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Elijah Orr

Sacramento,CA

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Treasurer and Board Member

Black Youth Leadership Program (BYLP)
Sacramento
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed financial operations and led fundraising efforts
  • Organized board meetings and maintained donor relations.

Co-Chair

988 Crisis Wellness Response Team Advisory Committee (CWRT)
Sacramento
07.2022 - Current
  • Led initiatives to become one of the first counties in California to implement a mobile crisis response program operating 24/7 for Sacramento county
  • Engaged community stakeholders to raise awareness and support
  • Provided leadership and strategic direction for the Crisis Wellness Response Team, guiding the development and execution of key initiatives.

Committee Member

Public Safety and Justice Agency Advisory Committee (PSJAAC)
Sacramento
01.2022 - Current
  • Advised the Sacramento Deputy County Executive on critical justice matters, providing expert insights that contributed to policy revisions impacting the Probation Department and related agencies
  • Reviewed and analyzed proposed policies and programs, identifying potential impacts on public safety and justice administration
  • Collaborated with key stakeholders, including law enforcement and community organizations, to develop comprehensive strategies addressing public safety challenges
  • Drafted and presented recommendations for policy changes, focusing on improving the efficacy of justice-related initiatives.

District Representative

Office of Senator Angelique Ashby
Sacramento
03.2023 - 08.2024
  • Formulated and implemented strategic communication plans, enhancing public engagement and awareness
  • Authored and managed key communications, including official documents, letters, and speeches, ensuring clarity and consistency in messaging
  • Executed community projects and delivered high-level constituent services, directly addressing community needs
  • Spearheaded community projects, facilitating discussions on local issues and solutions
  • Organized and led local coalitions, overseeing annual meetings to strengthen community ties and collaboration
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships with legislators, nonprofits, and community organizations, fostering collaboration and support for policy initiatives.

Policy Advocate

AntiRecidivism Coalition
Sacramento
03.2021 - 03.2023
  • Led efforts on local, state, and federal levels to draft and advocate for policies reducing recidivism; testified on key legislation and collaborated with legal teams
  • Engaged with senators, assembly members, and city councils to build support for reform initiatives, successfully navigating the legislative process
  • Built and maintained strong connections with community organizations and government agencies to advance policy goals
  • Organized press conferences and public forums, effectively communicating policy impacts and coalition goals to diverse audiences
  • Mentored at-risk youth, implemented rehabilitation programs, and facilitated educational initiatives within juvenile halls
  • Contributed to local ballot initiatives and policy reforms, enhancing community support and awareness
  • Provided strategic recommendations for modernizing and optimizing institutional programs and policies
  • Designed and executed member programming, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and objectives.

Policy Analyst

Chief Probation Officer Association
Sacramento
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Conducted in-depth research on legislative proposals affecting probation, providing comprehensive assessments and recommendations to legislative teams
  • Analyzed and interpreted complex bills and regulations, collaborating with legislative teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance with legal standards
  • Facilitated and led meetings, presenting research findings and strategic recommendations to key stakeholders
  • Developed and organized strategies for implementing new policies, focusing on improving operational efficiency and effectiveness
  • Served as the lead researcher on public safety bills and national actions related to probation, contributing expert insights that shaped departmental responses and strategies
  • Monitored legislative trends, keeping the organization informed about potential impacts and opportunities for advocacy
  • Prepared detailed reports and policy briefs, communicating complex information in a clear and actionable manner.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice - Ethnic Studies and Public Relations

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Skills

  • Policy Analysis
  • Strategic Planning
  • Community Outreach
  • Legislative Research
  • Public Speaking
  • Fundraising
  • Team leadership
  • Event planning
  • Negotiating and interference
  • Risk management
  • Business development
  • Data analysis
  • Project planning and execution

Timeline

District Representative

Office of Senator Angelique Ashby
03.2023 - 08.2024

Treasurer and Board Member

Black Youth Leadership Program (BYLP)
01.2023 - Current

Co-Chair

988 Crisis Wellness Response Team Advisory Committee (CWRT)
07.2022 - Current

Committee Member

Public Safety and Justice Agency Advisory Committee (PSJAAC)
01.2022 - Current

Policy Analyst

Chief Probation Officer Association
11.2021 - 03.2022

Policy Advocate

AntiRecidivism Coalition
03.2021 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice - Ethnic Studies and Public Relations

Northern Arizona University
Elijah Orr