Kim Smith (She/Her) holds an MPA from SUNY Brockport University and is the Political Director of VOCAL-NY. As the Political Director Kim is primarily responsible for managing the activities of the VOCAL Action Fund, which includes but is not limited to endorsement processes, political education and electoral field activities. As a resident of Rochester, Kim […]
Jeremy Saunders (he/him) has worked at VOCAL-NY since 2007, and became the Co-Executive Director in 2016. He began community organizing in 2001, working at ACORN, Community Voices Heard and Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition. Since 2021, Jeremy has helped to launch VOCAL-KY, VOCAL-TX and VOCAL-US in hopes of building a stronger national movement to
Mellanie Thomas (she/her), Data Associate for VOCAL-NY, is responsible for the data entry, reviewing and formatting of data reports, and management of databases used by the entire Services staff. Mellanie’s interest in data began over 15 years ago by way of a family passion for wanting to be involved with creating a more impartial society
Alfredo Padilla (he/him) is the Drop-in Center Harm Reduction Associate. Freddy supports VOCAL-NY in any way he can, but his main responsibilities involve supporting the Drop-in Center and driving the VOCAL-NY PDSE team when needed.Â
Mariah McGough (she/her) is dedicated to elevating the voices of people who are fighting for the issues that have directly impacted their lives. By utilizing press and digital strategies, Mariah has a proven record of expanding the depth and quality of press coverage and shifting the narrative on our country’s most pressing issues, including homelessness,
