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Vivian Ericson, PhD

Project Communications Specialist

Vivian is a project manager and facilitator with over nine years of experience in environmental public policy and outreach. Before becoming a consultant, she transitioned from academia to working for an elected official, covering issues such as natural resources, water policy, wildlife conservation, and health with an environmental justice lens.

Vivian is a project manager and facilitator with over nine years of experience in environmental public policy and outreach. Before becoming a consultant, she transitioned from academia to working for an elected official, covering issues such as natural resources, water policy, wildlife conservation, and health with an environmental justice lens. Her past work includes canvassing and managing a legislative campaign to eliminate the sales tax on feminine hygiene products to developing strategic plans on ocean policy. Vivian is passionate about connecting communities to sustainability issues that impact them and promoting equity within sustainability and environmental conservation policy. 

What is your go-to weekend hobby? 

I’m not sure that I have just one go to hobby. While I love being outdoors adventuring, I also love being as cozy as I can be under a blanket with a book or knitting. I enjoy getting dirt under my nails in my garden and learning how to propagate plants. 

Education & Experience

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular and Cellular Physiology, Stanford University
  • Bachelor of Science in Cell and Developmental Biology, University of California - Santa Barbara 

Certifications

  • Community-Based Social Marketing, Dr. Doug McKenzie-Mohr 
  • Trauma-Informed Facilitation, Nonprofit Learning Labs