Julie Ramirez

MPA, Management Analyst, Office of Women’s Policy, County of Santa Clara

Julie has more than eight years of experience using a gender lens to develop policies and administer programs. With a focus on gender equity, she has trained and facilitated workgroups on human trafficking, pay equity, and youth leadership. She currently spearheads initiatives to build a pipeline of leadership, working with high school girls on the Girls Advisory Team, culminating in the annual Strong Girls Strong Women Conference. Julie earned her bachelor’s degree in communication studies and her master’s degree in public administration from San Jose State University. She resides in San Jose with her husband and three children.

Rise Up Cohort: California 2019