Oyindamola Ruth Olawepo
Communications Coordinator @Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence
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WORK HISTORY
Communications Coordinator @Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Springfield, IL, US
Lead statewide internal and external communication strategies supporting domestic violence prevention, survivor advocacy, and public health education across Illinois.Craft survivor-centered, trauma‑informed messaging for campaigns, public education initiatives, and awareness efforts with statewide reach.Designed and produced the Illinois Domestic Violence Homicide Report (FY24), transforming complex statewide data into a highly influential public policy and advocacy document.Produce original reports, impact stories, and publications amplifying survivor and advocate voices.Manage content creation across digital platforms, newsletters, websites, and organizational publications.Collaborate directly with the Policy Advocate at the Illinois State Capitol, translating real‑time legislative developments and policy priorities into clear, accessible public communications.Strengthen unified messaging by coordinating with member programs, partners, and stakeholders statewide.Lead the statewide monthly BIPOC meeting, setting equity‑focused communication strategy and organizational priorities.Directed multilingual brochure translation initiatives (digital and print) to improve accessibility for underserved and linguistically diverse communities.
EDUCATION
Western Illinois University
Master of Arts - MA, Political Science
Western Illinois University
Master of Arts - MA, Communication, General
Crawford University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Political Science and International Relations
ABOUT OYINDAMOLA RUTH OLAWEPO
I’m Oyindamola Ruth Olawepo (ORO - Gold, Word, and Wealth), a communications professional who believes deeply in the power of storytelling to heal, educate, and connect. My journey rooted in Nigeria and cultivated in the U.S. has shown me just how transformative communication can be when it centers empathy, identity, and purpose.I hold:M.A. in Communication, Western Illinois University. M.A. in Political Science, Western Illinois University. B.Sc. in Political Science & International Relations, from Crawford University (as noted on my LinkedIn). linkedin.comProfessionally, I bring my passion into action as the Communications Coordinator at the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ICADV) where I build communication strategies, craft powerful narratives for survivors, and lead public awareness efforts around gender-based violence.Alongside my day job, I channel my voice into writing and advocacy: I’ve written for major outlets like Vanguard, Independent Newspaper, and New Telegraph, tackling topics like language, identity, intersectionality, and social justice. I also authored a practical guide for nonprofit leaders, Communication and Lobbying to Advance the Cause of Nonprofits (2024), because I believe nonprofits deserve smart, mission-driven communication.In terms of giving back, I stay active in my community and in advocacy spaces (as reflected in my LinkedIn). I value anything that expands access, equity, and the dignity of underserved voices, and I use my skills to help where I can, not just professionally, but personally.If you’re working on projects related to social impact, equity in communication, or community-centered advocacy, I’d love to connect and explore meaningful collaboration.
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