M. Lorena Gonzalez

About M. Lorena Gonzalez

At The ACLU of Washington, Lorena leads a team that drives impactful legislative advocacy…

Experience

1. Legislative Director

   The ACLU of Washington

   Nov 2022 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Deliver high-level strategic counsel to an integrated advocacy team, directly influencing ACLU-WA\'s approach and impact on complex constitutional and civil liberties matters impacting all Washington residents. •Drove the establishment and strategic framework of a new legislative affairs department, ensuring comprehensive oversight of ACLU-WA\'s legislative program impact. • Manage, scale and optimize ACLU-WA\'s legislative program, encompassing oversight of internal and external lobbying efforts to achieve key policy and political outcomes.•Develop a theory of change, strategic plans and lead the execution of an electoral program that demonstrably empowers and builds influence for impacted communities in key programmatic areas.•Provide leadership and development for staff within the legislative affairs department, building a high-performing team focused on strategic outcomes.•Collaborate with ACLU-WA’s development team to craft compelling narratives for high-net-worth donors, demonstrating the profound scope, scale, and tangible impact of the legislative program.• Establish, cultivate and leverage high-level relationships with federal, state and local elected officials to drive and secure community-centered legislative initiatives.