Amy Becker
Director of Advocacy, Michael J. Fox Foundation
- Role
- Director of Advocacy at The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Amy Becker
For more than 20 years, I’ve worked at the intersection of government relations, advocacy, and communications—helping advance policies that promote educational, economic, and health equity. My career has taken me across federal, state, and local landscapes, where I’ve mobilized and supported thousands of grassroots and grasstops advocates, giving them the tools and opportunities to make their voices heard and influence meaningful policy change.With an early foundation in journalism, I build integrated advocacy and communications strategies that blend digital engagement, story telling, media outreach, coalition building, and donor activation. I believe that when powerful stories meet organized, mission-driven action, real change becomes possible.My colleagues often describe me as a steady, level-headed utility player—someone who jumps in where needed and keeps moving things forward. I value tenacity, boldness, and adaptability, and I bring those qualities to every campaign, partnership, and policy challenge I take on.At my core, I’m driven by the simple belief that people deserve to be heard—and that when we create platforms and pathways for authentic advocacy, we can move the needle on issues that matter.
Experience
Director of Advocacy
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
Jul 2023 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
2004 — 2007
American University
Masters, Political Science
2009 — 2010
University of Missouri-Columbia
Bachelor of Science, Political Science
2004 — 2008
Skills
- Research
- Politics
- Grassroots Organizing
- Political Campaigns
- Public Speaking
- Blogging
- Media Relations
- Public Policy
- Journalism
- Ap Style
- Storytelling
- Press Releases
- Legislative Relations
- Public Relations
- Community Outreach
- Editing
- Nonprofits
- Social Media
- Policy Analysis
- Strategic Communications
- Writing
- Event Planning
- Fundraising
- Women's Issues
- Nonprofit Organizations
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