Karen Hernandez

Karen Hernandez is a dedicated community advocate with extensive experience in social justice and policy reform. Currently serving as a Community Engagement and Policy Advocate plus Operations Manager at the Center for Human Rights and Constitutional Law, Karen previously occupied roles such as Program Director at Charitable Ventures of OC and Co-Founder & Lead Organizer for the People's Budget OC Coalition, focusing on addressing inequities caused by the carceral system in Orange County. Karen’s background also includes internships with the ACLU SoCal and a series of talent acquisition positions at Danaher Corporation and Envista Holdings Corporation. Demonstrating a commitment to equity and community welfare, Karen has been instrumental in organizing efforts that prioritize housing, health care, and racial justice. Educational qualifications include a certificate from UCLA's Big Data for Justice Summer Institute and a degree from UCLA.