Doreen Govari
About Doreen Govari
Doreen Govari is a Youth Justice Legal Fellow currently working at the National Center for Youth Law. She has a diverse background in law and education, having held various positions including legal internships and teaching roles, and she holds a Doctor of Law degree from UCLA.
Current Role at National Center For Youth Law
Doreen Govari serves as a Youth Justice Legal Fellow at the National Center for Youth Law. She has held this position since 2023, where she focuses on legal issues related to youth justice. Her role involves advocating for the rights of young individuals and contributing to legal reforms that impact youth in the justice system.
Education and Expertise
Doreen Govari studied at the University of California, Los Angeles, where she earned a Doctor of Law (JD) from 2020 to 2023. Prior to this, she attended UC Santa Barbara, obtaining a degree in Philosophy and Global Studies from 2013 to 2017. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in legal principles and social issues.
Previous Experience in Legal and Educational Roles
Doreen Govari has held various positions that enhance her expertise in law and education. She worked as a Criminal Law Reform Project Legal Intern at the ACLU in 2022 for three months. Additionally, she participated in the UCLA Law Bail Practicum in 2021 for four months. Her experience also includes teaching as a Senior English Teacher at RISE - Global English Education in Seoul, South Korea, from 2018 to 2019.
Involvement in Political and Community Initiatives
Doreen Govari was active in political initiatives as an Assembly District 77 Delegate for the California Democratic Party from 2021 to 2022. She also contributed to community-focused projects as a Research Intern at the Central Coast Alliance United for a Sustainable Economy from 2016 to 2017. Her work in these roles reflects her commitment to social justice and community engagement.
Teaching and Instructional Experience
Doreen Govari has experience in instructional roles, including her position as a Nature Adventures Program Instructor at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and Sea Center from 2016 to 2017. She also worked in an after-school program at Del Mar Union School District from 2019 to 2020. These roles demonstrate her ability to educate and engage with diverse groups.