Bio
Melvin J. Medina was a national campaign strategist in the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û’s National Political Advocacy Department. Melvin is an organizer who develops large-scale advocacy campaigns on criminal justice and policing issues. His portfolio includes developing state clemency campaigns that push governors towards a categorical approach in granting clemency.
Before joining the national ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û, Melvin served as the public policy and advocacy director at the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û of Connecticut. At the Connecticut affiliate, Melvin directed lobbying efforts at the state capitol, designed and executed advocacy campaigns, and established an organizing and leadership program for people harmed by Connecticut’s criminal legal system.
Featured work
Jul 30, 2021
Our Leaders Can Save Lives With the Stroke of a Pen