Martha Hernandez-Martinez

Founder & CEO

Role
Research Program Manager at Esperanza United
Location
Minneapolis, MN, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Martha Hernandez-Martinez

SummaryAs a bilingual researcher and evaluator, I bring extensive experience as a national training and technical assistance provider. My background as a community organizer and advocate has deepened my understanding of social systems and community dynamics.I am particularly passion about research on of gender-based violence prevention, community development; women’s entrepreneurship, farmers’ well-being, staff performance and training, and housing. My goal is strengthening organizations, agencies and foundations by building capacity, advancing evidence-based practiced, and translating social research into actionable trainings, policies, and practices.

Experience

  1. Research Program Manager

    Esperanza United

    Aug 2016 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

    Designed and conducted original research to address the needs of non-profit organizations, law enforcement agencies, and human services agencies.Developed a tool to support the community engagement work of organizations, agencies and institutions working in the field of domestic violence homicide prevention. Translated research findings into policy initiatives for state and community –based organizations.Produced publications that are community-focused and offer information on current practices. Developed and delivered training and technical assistance focused on building staff and organization capacity to serve domestic violence survivors.

Education

  • Winona State University

    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), American History (United States) and Women's & Gender Studies

    2003 — 2007

  • Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Nicaragua

    Licenciada en Psicologia

    1995 — 2000

  • Humphey School of Public Affairs

    Master of Public Affairs (MPA)

    2010 — 2012

Skills

  • Human Rights
  • Ngos
  • Community Organizing
  • Politics
  • Grant Writing
  • Report Writing
  • Volunteer Management
  • International Development
  • Public Policy
  • Policy Analysis
  • Public Speaking
  • Workshop Facilitation
  • Capacity Building
  • Policy
  • International Relations
  • Research
  • Community Outreach
  • Community Development
  • Grants
  • Qualitative Research
  • Economic Development
  • Nonprofits
  • Foreign Policy
  • Event Planning

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