Rocio Rodarte
About Rocio Rodarte
Rocio Rodarte serves as the Program Manager for the Safety Net Innovation Lab at Code for America, where she focuses on enhancing programs and services through research, policy, and communications. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations and a Master's in Public Affairs, and has extensive experience in various roles within government and nonprofit sectors.
Work at Code for America
Rocio Rodarte serves as the Program Manager for the Safety Net Innovation Lab at Code for America. In this role, she manages initiatives that emphasize human-centered innovation aimed at enhancing economic justice. Her work involves integrating research, policy, and communications to improve programs and services that support vulnerable populations. Since joining Code for America in 2023, she has focused on advancing systemic narrative change to foster inclusive and equitable economies.
Education and Expertise
Rocio Rodarte holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and Political Economy of Development from Brown University. She furthered her education with a Master in Public Affairs from Princeton University, where she studied Domestic Policy. Additionally, she earned a Leadership Certificate from the Women and Politics Institute at the School of Public Affairs, American University. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in policy analysis and development.
Background
Rocio Rodarte has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in research, policy, and communications. She began her career as an Investigative Research Assistant for the City of Los Angeles in 2009. Over the years, she has held multiple positions in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, including roles as Legislative Assistant and Special Assistant for Constituent Services. Prior to her current position, she worked at Mission Asset Fund as Policy and Communications Manager from 2020 to 2023.
Achievements
Rocio Rodarte's career includes significant contributions to policy and communications within various organizations. At Mission Asset Fund, she played a key role in advancing initiatives that support economic justice. Her experience in legislative roles within the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives provided her with insights into governmental processes and policy-making. Throughout her career, she has focused on enhancing programs and services that aim to create equitable economic opportunities.