Gabi Velasco is a skilled Policy Analyst at the Urban Institute, specializing in technical assistance for local governments and community organizations, with a strong focus on coalition building and community-engaged methodologies. With experience in managing project budgets and facilitating interviews with stakeholders, Gabi has contributed significantly to various initiatives, including the Greenventory and "Communities of Concern" in Transportation Planning projects. Prior roles include Policy Assistant, Undergraduate Research Assistant at The University of Texas at Austin, and internships with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Hill Country Alliance, where Gabi focused on sustainability, policy analysis, and outreach efforts. Gabi holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sustainability Studies and a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities from The University of Texas at Austin.