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Meagan Ochoa-Lagos

@meaganochoa-lagos

Bilingual political science graduate committed to equity, community voice, and human-centered policy grounded in connection and shared responsibility.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking to join an organization deeply committed to racial equity, immigrant advocacy, and the protection of human rights, which centers the voices of the communities it serves and values lived experience as expertise.

I am a bilingual political science graduate from UNC Charlotte, building a career in racial equity, immigrant advocacy, and human rights policy. My background in political science, human rights, and gender studies, along with experience in racial justice research, immigration policy, and migrant education, has shaped my commitment to equity-focused and community-centered work.

Through research fellowships and legal internships, I have conducted policy analysis, reviewed federal and state statutes and regulations, supported stakeholder engagement, and translated complex policies for Spanish-speaking clients. I have also mentored migrant background students as they navigated postsecondary pathways and accessed educational opportunities.

I am seeking a policy or advocacy role where I can strengthen my research and regulatory analysis skills, contribute to data-based recommendations and support efforts aimed at systemic reform. I am eager to grow within an organization committed to equity, collaboration, and meaningful social impact.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Shift Supervisor

Starbucks

Nov 2022 - Feb 2026 (3 years 3 months)

Supervised operations and 20+ staff in a high-volume store generating ~$60K weekly revenue; implemented conflict resolution and compliance processes and led sustainability initiatives including food donation and waste-reduction programs.

Team Leadership Operations Management Conflict Resolution Compliance Sustainability Programs Staff Training Inclusive Service Scheduling

Student Policy Fellow

Charlotte Racial Justice Consortium

Sep 2021 - May 2022 (8 months)

Conducted qualitative and quantitative research on racial disparities in higher education and drafted policy recommendations incorporated into a community racial equity action plan; presented findings to government and community stakeholders.

Policy Research Data Analysis Report Writing Stakeholder Engagement Equity Assessment Presentation Civil Rights Standards

Immigration Policy Intern

Fickey Martinez Law Firm

Jun 2020 - Aug 2020 (2 months)

Reviewed federal immigration statutes and prepared summaries of policy changes affecting client eligibility; provided Spanish-English translation and assisted with case compliance and document preparation.

Legal Research Policy Analysis Translation (Spanish English)Case Compliance Legal Writing document preparation

Volunteer Liaison Officer

North Carolina Migrant Education Program

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Supported outreach and educational programming for 200+ migrant-background students, facilitating workshops on access and career pathways and coordinating cross-cultural engagement to promote inclusion.

Outreach Program Coordination Workshop Facilitation Educational Access Inclusion Volunteer Management Cross Cultural Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

Grade: POLS Major: 3.52; HGHR Minor: 3.8; WGST Minor: 3.16

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with minors in Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights and Women and Gender Studies; made Dean's List Spring 2024.