Aria Valdez*

Aria Valdez*

Aria is a steadfast champion of women's rights and racial equity. She plans and executes marketing strategies while utilizing digital and print marketing, media relations, and stakeholder partnerships. She creates compelling copy to amplify campaigns, gain legislative support, and secure critical funding.

Aria has supported political candidates and advocacy campaigns across New York State through political consulting, legislative analysis & lobbying, and strategic planning to cultivate a strong brand identity that speaks to target audiences. Aria also led the historical appointment of the youngest City Council member to her hometown.

Aria is an Emily’s List Ignite Change Fellow and was a guest speaker at Women’s March NYC where she presented the need to close the racial and gender pay gap. Aria also represented Planned Parenthood of Greater New York as a spokesperson and was a featured speaker at the We the People March for the Protect Title X campaign, as well as a guest speaker for countless campaigns across New York. She successfully advocates for healthcare accessibility, housing, environmentalism, and economic justice. Aria continues to produce tangible results through government recognition, legislative sponsorships, securing funding, and passing legislation.