Effective Governance: Community Engagement and Advocacy

Join us as we continue this month’s series on “Effective Governance” with special guest Martha Collins - Nonprofit Policy & Advocacy Leader | Builds Coalitions, Develops Leaders, Delivers Legislative Results

Martha Collins is a seasoned public affairs professional with extensive experience in legislative communications, advocacy, and nonprofit leadership. She currently serves as Communications Director and Advanced Legislative Assistant for a Wisconsin State Senator, where she manages media relations, crafts press releases, oversees digital communications, and provides in-depth policy research to support legislative priorities.

Martha has also championed food security and public policy. As Director of Advocacy and Outreach for Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, she developed strategies to improve nutrition assistance programs, fostered partnerships with community organizations, and advocated for culturally responsive food access. At Hunger Task Force, she managed complex projects, led cross-functional teams, and implemented quality control systems to ensure program effectiveness.

Currently, Martha is enrolled in the Master of Legal Studies in Human Rights & Nonprofit Organization at Trinity Law School, where she is deepening her expertise in legal advocacy and conflict resolution. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Management from Cardinal Stritch University, where she was active in the CSU Alumni Association Board.

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