Community Engagement Case Manager
Resume:
Phyllis Peterson
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Union City, GA 30291
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Professional Experience
New Georgia Project – Canvasser/Organizer
September 2022 – Present
• Spearheaded voter engagement campaigns, educating communities on the importance of voting.
• Registered voters through door-to-door canvassing and grassroots outreach.
• Built relationships with community members to drive turnout in elections.
Working America AFL-CIO – Canvasser/Organizer/Political Campaign Manager
November 2020 – August 2022
• Managed a team of 12+ canvassers, ensuring successful campaign execution and community engagement.
• Conducted training sessions and daily recruitment to meet organizational goals.
• Maintained participant records and met or exceeded quotas for community outreach initiatives.
Working Families Party – Lead Canvasser/Organizer
April 2021 – April 2022
• Trained canvassers to meet daily outreach goals and ensure effective community engagement.
• Played a leadership role in strategic grassroots organizing for political campaigns.
The Free Atlanta Abolition Movement (FAAM) – Case Manager
2020 – Present
• Oversaw the operational functions of the bail fund, streamlining processes to ensure efficiency.
• Collected and organized receipts and documentation for compliance with fiscal sponsors.
• Supported formerly incarcerated individuals by connecting them with resources and stabilizing their reentry into the community.
Aramis Peterson and The Juicy Foundation – Founder/CEO
February 2018 – Present
• Advocated for justice, gun control, and accountability among elected officials.
• Delivered public speeches on domestic violence and gun control, raising awareness nationwide.
• Represented the organization at political events, including Washington D.C. Democratic Campaign Party.
Southerners on New Ground (SONG) – Organizer/Member
September 2020 – Present
• Organized and led campaigns promoting equality for the LGBTQ+ community.
Brentli Braxton and Associates LLC – Founder/CEO
2020 – Present
• Specialized in high-end real estate consulting for sports and entertainment clients.
• Educated clients on real estate processes, ensuring they received the best rates and services.
Director of Organizing and Community Development – Leadership and Strategic Oversight
• Directed community outreach and development initiatives, aligning programs with organizational goals.
• Developed and implemented fundraising strategies, securing contributions through donor relations, grant applications, and events.
• Built partnerships with organizations to enhance service delivery and expand community impact.
• Provided exceptional customer service by addressing community concerns and ensuring program satisfaction.
• Monitored performance indicators to assess success and drive continuous improvement.
Education
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Case Management
August 1985 – June 1989
Certifications and Trainings
Bet On Us Graduate Candidate Program: Completed intense campaign training to prepare for public office (Graduated Top of Class, April 2022).
Key Skills
• Campaign Management & Grassroots Organizing
• Team Leadership & Recruitment
• Community Advocacy & Outreach
• Policy Development & Legislation Drafting
• Case Management for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals
• Fundraising & Grant Writing
• Public Speaking & Communication Strategy
• Coalition Building & Partnership Development
• Customer Service Excellence
Awards and Recognitions
• Women on the Rise: Member of the Month (October 2022).
• Bet On Us Graduate Candidate Award: Recognized for excellence in campaign organization and candidate preparation (June 2021).
• Fulton County DA Recognition: “Mother on a Mission” award for contributions to judicial system reform following the tragic loss of a loved one.
Professional Memberships
• Member, Black Lives Matter
• Member, Law4Black Lives
• Member, Movement for Black Lives (M4BL)
• Member, Working Families Party
Mission Statement
The loss of my son, Aramis Peterson, and my grandson, Aaden Peterson, led me to establish The Juicy Foundation. This organization seeks justice, advocates for gun control, and holds elected officials accountable. This is not just work—it is heart work. I am committed to transforming pain into purpose to create systemic change.
References
• Mary Hooks – Former Director, SONG & Black Lives Matter 404-***-****
• Angela Saxon – Former Supervisor, Working Families Party 404-***-****
• Fred Hill – Founder, Saving Our Students Development Academy 404-***-****
• Yolande Tomlinson, Ph.D. – Director, FAAM 678-***-****
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