Ervin Bishop
About Ervin Bishop
Ervin Bishop serves as the Federal Advocacy Manager at Share Our Strength, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in legislative roles, including positions with the City of Baltimore and the U.S. House of Representatives.
Work at Share Our Strength
Ervin Bishop has been serving as the Federal Advocacy Manager at Share Our Strength since 2020. In this role, he focuses on federal advocacy efforts to combat hunger and promote food security initiatives across the United States. His work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to influence policy and secure resources for programs aimed at alleviating food insecurity.
Previous Experience in Federal Advocacy
Prior to his current position, Ervin Bishop worked as a Federal Advocacy Specialist at the National League of Cities for eight months in 2020. His responsibilities included advocating for local government interests and engaging with federal policymakers. Additionally, he served as a Legislative Correspondent and Systems Administrator at the U.S. House of Representatives from 2017 to 2018, where he managed communications and legislative processes.
Legislative Experience in Baltimore
Ervin Bishop has significant experience in local government, having worked as a Legislative Assistant in the Office of the City Council President in Baltimore. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to legislative initiatives and supporting council members in their duties. His role involves research, drafting legislation, and liaising with constituents.
Educational Background
Ervin Bishop studied at the University of Maryland, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice, with a minor in Public Leadership, from 2010 to 2015. He also attended Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School, where he received foundational education that contributed to his career in public service and advocacy.
Internship Experience
Throughout his career, Ervin Bishop has gained valuable experience through various internships. He interned at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation as an Emerging Leaders Intern in 2015 and worked as a K-12 Education Programs Intern at the Philanthropy Roundtable the same year. He also completed a summer internship at the NAACP in 2013, where he supported office operations in Washington, D.C.