“Sparrow” Aziza Gore (they/them)
Santa Fe
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence working within food justice.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Freedom Farmer
Freelance
03.2023 - Current
- Worked seasonally with Grow the Grower’s Program, Camino De Paz Goat Farm and Annie’s Herb & Greens Farm.
- Developed sustainable farming practices to improve environmental impact and resource efficiency.
- Enforced proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
- Managed crop rotation schedules to optimize yield and soil health.
Communications Director
Racial Justice Coalition
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed various projects. Co-produced monthly radio shows. Built rapport with grassroots organizers and project partners to plan, and execute community events in historically Black Asheville neighborhoods.
- Developed comprehensive communication strategies to advance racial justice initiatives.
- Enhanced brand visibility through targeted social media campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Oversaw content creation for newsletters, press releases, blog series, and advocacy materials, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Communications Team Member
Campus to City Wesley
05.2017 - 05.2021
- Plan and executed community events, scheduling and collaborating with other creatives, marketing and promoting content, managed website/social media platforms.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Associate of Science - Political Science
Florida State Community College
Jacksonville07.2019
Skills
- Effective communications
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Project management
- Relationship building
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Project scope analysis
- Crop planning
- Harvesting
- Cultivation
- Sustainable agriculture
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with Trans Asylum Support Network by connecting queer/trans asylum seekers in detention centers with legal aid, housing and medical support.
- Supported Unfiltered Congo Podcast with storytelling and technical troubleshooting to uplift Congolese voices..
Timeline
Freedom Farmer
Freelance
03.2023 - Current
Communications Director
Racial Justice Coalition
08.2021 - 08.2023
Communications Team Member
Campus to City Wesley
05.2017 - 05.2021
Associate of Science - Political Science
Florida State Community College