Bernal Cortés is an experienced professional with a background in research and social justice. As a Research Associate at Harvard University, Bernal contributes to academic projects. At The Real Facebook Oversight Board, Bernal serves as a Research & Campaigns Officer, focusing on accountability and transparency in social media. Previous roles include Social Justice Researcher at the NAACP, an intern for the Congressional Campaign of Patricia Hackett, and an intern at the Office of Mayor Pete Buttigieg in the City of South Bend.