Soledad Martinez
Midvale,UT
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience at Encircle, adept in fostering community engagement and developing critical resources like a facilitator manual. Excelled in archival research at The School for Cultural and Social Transform, contributing to a significant historical record. Skilled in analytics and project support, demonstrating a blend of strategic thinking and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
QBIPOC Friendhsip Circle Intern
Encircle
01.2024 - Current
- Supervised/Engaged with community members and volunteers during daily drop-in hours, events, and tours by enforcing home agreements, resulting safe and welcoming environment for community members.
- Facilitated and attended QBIPOC Friendship Circles as facilitator, fostering meaningful conversations and connections approximately 5-10 members within LGBTQ+ community and intersecting identities.
- Collaborated closely with Home Director to develop QBIPOC Friendship Facilitator manual and with other interns to complete projects and support overall operations and priorities of Encircle home.
Research Intern
Mellon Foundation - School of Transform UofU
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted archival, media, and policy research to uncover formation and evolution of Gender Studies at University of Utah, resulting comprehensive historical record for program.
- Collected oral histories from key figures, alumni, and community activists, preserving first-hand accounts that highlight role of Gender Studies in local community and state of Utah.
- Collaborated with research team to synthesize findings, contributing to preparation of public event and digital publication set for Fall 2025, aimed at educating and engaging with broader audience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2024
Skills
- Project Support
- Analytics
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Spanish: Intermediate (speaking, reading); basic (writing)
- Supervised up to 10 children and adults in various settings/roles
- Facilitated group interaction and multiple hands-on activities
Timeline
QBIPOC Friendhsip Circle Intern
Encircle
01.2024 - Current
Research Intern
Mellon Foundation - School of Transform UofU
09.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Utah
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