Dominique Thurmond
Philadelphia
Summary
Experienced equity and inclusion professional with expertise in training, advocacy, and social justice program development. Dedicated to advancing equity and identity-based justice through collaborative and inclusive leadership. Passionate about fostering connectivity, empowering marginalized voices, and driving systemic change to create cultures of belonging and respect.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Inclusive Practices and Initiatives
Episcopal Community Services
12.2023 - Current
- Manage and assess inclusion initiatives, including the DEI Workgroup, 2024 DEI Survey, Employee Affinity Groups, ongoing Inclusive Conversations, and other trainings
- Design, lead, and manage the implementation, operation, and evaluation of policies and programs for supporting employees and suppliers/providers from historically marginalized communities
- Assist the Inclusion and Advocacy department and the Chaplain with the management of day-to-day operations including promoting civic engagement, community dinners, and managing advocacy calls-to-action
SEED Facilitator
Univ. of Pennsylvania School of Arts and Sciences
08.2021 - Current
- Design and deliver engaging monthly training sessions for AmeriCorps VISTA members, focusing on social justice frameworks and movements in Philadephia
- Facilitate group discussions and activities that encourage open dialogue and self-reflection, creating a supportive environment for participants to explore and address equity and inclusion challenges and opportunities within their service roles
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training sessions through participant feedback, participatory design, and assessments, using insights to select content and improve training outcomes
Paralegal – Worker’s Rights and Advocacy Project
Community Legal Services
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Client management of a rotating caseload of approximately 50 cases, including building relationships with clients and explaining legal issues, preparing legal documents, data management, and attending administrative hearings with clients
- Advocated for better worker protections and regulations as a member of the City of Philadelphia’s Domestic Workers Standards and Implementation Task Force
Special Project Coordinator
Philadelphia Legal Assistance
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Recruited and screened participants for the Center for Disease Control’s Farmworker Rapid Assessment Project, a survey about the experiences of farmworkers during the COVID-19 pandemic
AmeriCorps VISTA – Pennsylvania Farmworker Project
Philadelphia Legal Assistance
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Planned and conducted outreach trips to H2A farmworker labor camps in counties across eastern Pennsylvania to monitor for workplace safety violations and provide legal information and referrals
- Carried out the needs assessment for the unit, including creating and disseminating a survey to our network of community partners, analyzing the feedback, and surveying available information about farmworker needs
Regional Volunteer Leader
Peace Corps Dominican Republic
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Created and implemented programming focused on teen pregnancy, maternal health, and intimate partner violence with the Dominican Ministry of Women in partnership with nonprofits and health clinics
- Supervised 32 Peace Corps volunteers including regular visits to their worksites, reviewing and providing feedback to monthly reports, and providing additional training and support as needed
Youth and Family Development Promoter
Peace Corps Dominican Republic
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Coordinated diversity and inclusion in-service trainings and mentorship programming for all active volunteers and coordinated events for volunteers from underrepresented groups as a member of the Diversity and Inclusion Board
- Partnered with teachers and administrative staff from the local middle and high schools to implement engaging, long-term programming in Spanish on topics including sexual and reproductive health, healthy relationships, and positive communication for 260 high school students and 175 middle school students
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04-2017
Skills
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion facilitation
- Equity and inclusion program evaluation
- Restorative justice practices
Certification
Restorative Justice Circlekeeper Training
Circle Trainers, West Chester, PA
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate
The University of South Florida, Muma School of Business, Tampa, FL
Timeline
Manager of Inclusive Practices and Initiatives
Episcopal Community Services
12.2023 - Current
Paralegal – Worker’s Rights and Advocacy Project
Community Legal Services
12.2021 - 09.2023
SEED Facilitator
Univ. of Pennsylvania School of Arts and Sciences
08.2021 - Current
Special Project Coordinator
Philadelphia Legal Assistance
08.2021 - 10.2021
AmeriCorps VISTA – Pennsylvania Farmworker Project
Philadelphia Legal Assistance
08.2020 - 08.2021
Regional Volunteer Leader
Peace Corps Dominican Republic
08.2019 - 03.2020
Youth and Family Development Promoter
Peace Corps Dominican Republic
08.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Grand Valley State University
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