Julia holds a master’s degree in Urban Planning and Policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago and bachelor’s degrees in economics and urban studies from the University of Texas at Austin. Julia has been the coordinator of the Transportation Equity Network (TEN) coalition since 2023. She has expertise in public engagement and outreach, especially through organizing community-based organizations and local governments to approach community engagement in innovative and collaborative ways that center long-term community power. She is also experienced in qualitative research and data support in identifying solutions to community challenges.




Strengthening Transit Through Community Partnerships