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Heather Ayer

Heather Ayer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Campaign Coordinator at ACLU of Kentucky

  • Education

    • Franklin County High School

      2007 - 2011

      Activities and Societies: Dance Team, Young Democrats, BETA, KUNA, KYA, National Honors Society, French Honors Society, Pep Club

    • Furman University

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) French and Political Science

      Activities and Societies: Chi Omega, Panhellenic Executive Council, College Democrats During my time at Furman University I was able to grow both as a student and a person. My time at Furman helped shape how I view the world and how I would like to have an impact on it. I studied Political Science and French and was able to study abroad for both of my majors. I went to Washington, D.C. for a semester and got to experience a bigger city than I had lived in before. Then I was able to go to Versailles, France and experience a new culture. The experiences I had at and through Furman… Show more During my time at Furman University I was able to grow both as a student and a person. My time at Furman helped shape how I view the world and how I would like to have an impact on it. I studied Political Science and French and was able to study abroad for both of my majors. I went to Washington, D.C. for a semester and got to experience a bigger city than I had lived in before. Then I was able to go to Versailles, France and experience a new culture. The experiences I had at and through Furman University shaped who I am today. Show less

  • Experience

    • NESA Center for Strategic Studies

      Jan 2013 - May 2013
      Intern

      As an intern I interact with the diplomats and military officials from the Near East and South Asia regions. I help organize the programs and I also do research and help with projects for the professors and directors.

    • Make-A-Wish® South Carolina

      Sept 2014 - Apr 2015
      Programs Intern

      My responsibilities at Make-A-Wish include entering volunteers into Raiser's Edge, organizing their files, emailing volunteers, and writing letters to new volunteers. I am able to work with programming, development, and communications.

    • Teach For America Houston

      May 2015 - Jun 2017
      Corps Member

      I am a 2015 Teach For America Corps Member. During my time in the Corps I gained the skills to continue working towards educational equity. I attended conferences and professional developments focusing on community organizing, culturally responsive teaching, and the important of Early Childhood Education.

    • BakerRipley

      Jun 2015 - Jun 2017
      Head Start Teacher

      I was a preschool teacher at Sharpview Head Start. My area of focus is Early Childhood Education. I believe the Early Childhood phase of education is incredibly important for children. Their time in preschool sets a strong foundation for the rest of their lives and educational experience.

    • Legislative Research Commission

      Dec 2017 - Jun 2018
      Legislative Assistant

    • Amy McGrath for Congress

      Jun 2018 - Nov 2018
      Field Organizer

    • Rocky for Kentucky Gubernatorial Race

      Dec 2018 - May 2019
      Deputy Finance Director

    • Warren for President

      Jun 2019 - Mar 2020
      Field Organizer

      I was a Field Organizer for Elizabeth Warren's campaign for President. As a Field Organizer I made connections with the community in three counties in southeast Iowa, planned phone banks and canvass launches, and also have organizing meetings with various community members.

    • ACLU of Kentucky

      Jul 2020 - now
      Campaign Coordinator

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • ESL/Supplemental

      Texas Education Agency
      Dec 2016

    • Texas Education Agency Educator Certification

      Texas Education Agency

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Communications Co-Chair

      Issued by New Leaders Council Kentucky on Jul 2022
      New Leaders Council KentuckyAssociated with Heather Ayer

    • Board Member

      Issued by KENTUCKY RELIGIOUS COALITION FOR REPRODUCTIVE CHOICE INC on Mar 2022
      KENTUCKY RELIGIOUS COALITION FOR REPRODUCTIVE CHOICE INCAssociated with Heather Ayer

    • 2022 Fellow

      Issued by New Leaders Council Kentucky on Jan 2022
      New Leaders Council KentuckyAssociated with Heather Ayer