Naomi Amaha
Director of Policy and Government Affairs @The Denver Foundation
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Policy and Government Affairs @The Denver Foundation
Denver, CO, US
Lead the foundation’s comprehensive policy, advocacy, and government affairs strategy, aligning efforts with community-led priorities and racial equity principles.Supervise and support a cross-functional team, including the Strengthening Neighborhoods and Capacity Building Officer and Policy & Government Affairs Specialist.Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to advance issue-specific campaigns and advocacy initiatives impacting civic engagement, housing, and social systems.Cultivate and manage relationships with elected officials, government staff, and donors to strengthen the foundation’s influence and fundraising outcomes.Oversee advocacy and civic fabric grant portfolios; implement measurable strategies to support community organizing and resident leadership.Represent the foundation in coalitions, committees, and public forums to advance equity-centered policy agendas.Provide technical assistance and capacity building to nonprofit partners and community members to strengthen local advocacy infrastructure.Contributed editorial content for publications highlighting policy achievements and community impacts.Represents the organization externally and champions advocacy efforts for philanthropy in webinars, panels, and external presentations.
EDUCATION
University of California, Davis
Bachelors, Sociology and Communications
University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business
Certificate , Corporate Social Responsibility
University of Pennsylvania
Executive Program in Social Impact Strategy , Social Impact
American River College
Associate, Liberal Arts
SKILLS
ABOUT NAOMI AMAHA
Seasoned public affairs and policy executive with over a decade of experience leading multi-state advocacy strategies, community engagement initiatives, and equity-centered policy development. Proven track record in managing high-performing teams, advancing impactful public policy campaigns, and cultivating strategic partnerships across government, nonprofit, and philanthropic sectors. Known for championing racial equity, community leadership, and effective cross-sector collaboration to drive systemic change.
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