Advocacy Officer (one): The Advocacy officer are to develop and implement campaigns promoting cultural awareness and equity within UCSB and the surrounding community. The assigned duties consist of:
- Organize workshops and events addressing cultural advocacy
- Support Sabores de mi Tierra: Latine/Hispanic Food Market, showcasing Latine/Hsipanic culture and fostering cultural exchange through food and community
- Oversee Semillas de mi Tierra, the communtiy outreach program teaching folklorico to local schools and community members (with help of Choreographers and Co-Chairs)
- Collaborate with Campus and Community Partners
- Act as a liaison between Raices de mi tierra and campus advocacy organizations
- Develop partner ships with local organizations and schools to advance educational and cultural initiatives
- Research and present relevant policies and issues affecting Raices and its communities
- Submit detailed reports to the officer board, ensuring alignment with the group’s mission
- Designed and lead educations programming, including guest speaker events, forums, and discussion panels
- Advocate for the needs and interests of the group and its community in all forums (alongside Co-chairs)
Position Length: 1 Academic Year
Number of Openings: 1