Mia Dorantes
New Britain,Connecticut
Summary
Dedicated individual with a passion for social justice and human rights. Proficient in developing and delivering impactful presentations and workshops aimed at fostering inclusive environments. A strong advocate for equity with a proven ability to engage diverse audiences on sensitive issues related to discrimination and harassment. Seeking to leverage expertise in Title IX and sexual assault prevention to contribute to initiatives that promote safety, respect, and equality within educational institutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
University Assistant
CCSU Office of Equity and Inclusion
01.2024 - Current
- Planned and executed several identity-focused Listening Sessions where students were encouraged to share how their experiences at CCSU as it relates to equity and inclusion
- Created and facilitated several workshops on cultural competence and bias prevention for several faculty and student groups .
- Appointed to the President's Commission on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion which was created to ensure students feel safe and welcomed on campus.
Research Assistant
University of Connecticut
08.2023 - 01.2023
- Worked on several research projects at the University of Connecticut
- Assisted with research efforts for the Connecticut Public Workforce Development Group
- Performed the role of a Program Coordinator for the 2023 Racial Equity and Social Change Conference.
Office Assistant
CCSU Student Center
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted with the recruitment and hiring of student employees to provide a sufficient pool of qualified candidates for all operational areas and services
- Created semesterly training programs to ensure a successful student-employee onboarding by utilizing statistical data collected through student assessment of previous training sessions
- Implemented programs and services that provide effective support for students and to foster student engagement at the Student Center.
Program Coordinator
Ruthe Boyea Women's Center
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Organized events related to women's rights with a focus on victim advocacy
- Manage social media accounts to produce engagement of the campus events put on by the women's center
- Organized annual Take Back the Night event in support of sexual assault victims.
Peer Educator
NSU Title IX Office
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided information to students and other NSU community members regarding Title IX initiatives
- Maintained a comprehensive knowledge of the climate of the Campus in regards to Title IX related issues
- Answered the University Operator Line and the Covid Hotline, and the Information Desk phone
- Created and implemented several bystander intervention programs
- Spread awareness on and off campus regarding how students can report to the Title IX office.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Justice And Human Rights
University of Arizona
Online12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, Connecticut05.2023
Skills
- Google Suites
- Microsoft Office
- Attention to Detail
- Delegation
- Communication skills
- Title IX Peer Educator Certificate
Honorsandawards
- Central Connecticut State University President's Citation Award Recipient
- Black Lives Matter Reflect and Empower Scholarship Recipient
- 4-time CCSU Dean's List Honoree
- 2-time CCSU Presidents List Honoree
- CCSU John Lewis Institute
- CCSU Cheerleading team Captain
Accomplishments
- Capital Preparatory Magnet Schools' Action Club Founder
- Opened schools first gender neutral bathroom to allow nonbinary students the chance to feel safe at school
- Panelist to interview the Sexual Assault Prevention Specialist at CCSU
- Student spokesperson for the media event that opened the CCSU John Lewis Institute
Timeline
University Assistant
CCSU Office of Equity and Inclusion
01.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
University of Connecticut
08.2023 - 01.2023
Office Assistant
CCSU Student Center
12.2022 - 05.2023
Program Coordinator
Ruthe Boyea Women's Center
12.2020 - 05.2021
Peer Educator
NSU Title IX Office
09.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - Social Justice And Human Rights
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Central Connecticut State University
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