Advocates for Community Transformation

Program Coordinators
Abigail Zuber
Ashna Kelkar
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The Advocates for Community Transformation (ACT) program strives to amplify the voices of Brandeis and Waltham community members, and work alongside them to help ensure their needs are met and their community initiatives have the resources they need. We will pursue systemic change through holding action events, increasing awareness of issues on campus and in the community, and empowering community members to enact positive change in both our university and local community. ACT is the newest and 20th Waltham Group program, and was founded in Spring of 2021 to educate, advocate, and create action towards systemic change on our campus and in our communities.

Program Details

• Population Served: This program will work on the Brandeis campus, in Waltham, and on a national level to bring about impactful progress on systemic issues.

• Community Partners: Flexible community partner model. Highlighted Potential Partnerships: Brandeis Mutual Aid, Brandeis Black Action Plan, Waltham High School Trailblazers, Waltham Black Future Fund, & Watch CDC

• Transportation: Varies based on program needs.

• How to Participate: Interested community partners and students should contact us by email.

• Volunteer Time Commitment: Volunteers determine their commitment individually.