Liza Milagro

Senior Policy Advisor @DeKalb County Government

Atlanta, GA, US

Advise and support legislature to advance Environmental, Social, and Governance goals that contribute to the State of Georgia’s plan to use fewer resources, disturb less open space, support Atlanta’s 2035 Net Zero Energy target, provide solutions for people without housing, and guarantee conservation as well as reduction for Georgia’s coveted natural resources.• Produce and propose policies related to sustainability and resilience initiatives, considering environmental, social, and economic factors.• Design long-term strategies and plans for integrating sustainability and resilience principles into various government programs and initiatives.• Conduct research on sustainability best practices, resilience strategies, climate change impacts, and relevant legislation to inform policy decisions.• Educate and confer with government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), community groups, and industry stakeholders to foster partnerships and support program initiatives.• Advise government officials, including governors, legislators, and department heads, on sustainability and resilience matters, providing expert guidance and recommendations.• Provide regulatory compliance on policies and programs that align with federal, state, and local regulations concerning sustainability, environmental protection, and resilience. Develop frameworks for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of sustainability and resilience policies, programs, and initiatives, and make adjustments as needed.• Assess potential risks of climate change, environmental degradation, or social vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies to enhance resilience.• Collaborate with other government departments or agencies, such as environmental protection, transportation, energy, and health departments, to ensure a coordinated approach to sustainability and resilience.

Columbia High School

Photojournalism

Dillard University

BA, Sociology/ Crim. Justice

Questrom School of Business, Boston University

MSM-PM, Project Management