Katherine O'Connor

Katherine O'Connor is an experienced volunteer services coordinator currently working at CommunityHealth since January 2023 and serving as a community organizer for the Illinois Single Payer Coalition since December 2022. Previously, Katherine held roles as a field organizer for Sean Casten for Congress and as a public affairs intern at the Executive Office of Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Early career experiences include roles at Albion College, including nature center assistant, where responsibilities included developing standard operating procedures and providing HR support. Katherine also has significant experience in early childhood education and community organizing roles with Naperville Park District and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan. Katherine holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government, with a focus on Women's Studies from Albion College.