Victoria Freire
About Victoria Freire
Victoria Freire is an Orientation Leader at The George Washington University and has held various leadership roles in organizations focused on social and environmental justice. She studied History and International Affairs, with a focus on Latin American history, and has experience in organizing against fossil fuel influence on campuses.
Work at The George Washington University
Victoria Freire currently serves as an Orientation Leader at The George Washington University. In this role, she assists new students in acclimating to the university environment, providing guidance and support during their transition. Her position involves organizing events and activities that help foster a sense of community among incoming students.
Education and Expertise
Victoria Freire studied at The George Washington University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in History and International Affairs from 2019 to 2023. Her academic focus includes Latin American history during the 20th century and the Cold War era. Prior to her university studies, she attended Kennett High School from 2015 to 2019.
Professional Experience
Freire has held various roles in advocacy and organizing. She worked as a Campus Corps Leader for Bernie Sanders For President from 2019 to 2020. Following this, she became the Northeast Pod Organizer Fellow at Power Shift Network from 2020 to 2021. Currently, she is involved with the Sunrise Movement as the GWU Hub Coordinator, Un-PAC as a Student Organizer, and UnKoch My Campus as a Research Fellow, all of which she has been engaged in since 2021.
Advocacy and Activism
Victoria Freire is actively involved in organizing against fossil fuel influence on campus and beyond. Her work with the Sunrise Movement and Power Shift Network focuses on promoting environmental justice. Additionally, she has a strong interest in the intersection of environmental and disability justice, reflecting her commitment to inclusive advocacy.
Previous Employment
Prior to her current roles, Freire worked as a Guest Admissions Representative at Longwood Gardens from 2017 to 2020. In this position, she interacted with visitors and provided information about the gardens, contributing to a positive guest experience.