This community leader believes inclusive civic engagement can transform institutions

This community leader believes inclusive civic engagement can transform institutions

After seven years in banking, Ivet Aviles’ career was wearing on her. Tired of seeing low-income clients struggle to make ends meet, she decided to make a change. Aviles works as the community organizer at Charlottesville United for Public Education, which advocates for students enrolled in Charlottesville City Schools through community engagement. She leads outreach to parents and other caregivers and brings them together in community dialogues…