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We would like to introduce our Democracy Camp in Berkeley student director, Vanessa Mombrun! Vanessa is a third-year undergraduate student at the University of California, Berkeley and is a proud first-generation, Haitian-American student from Burbank, California. Coming from a multicultural background, she brings a deep appreciation for community, language, and connection into every space she occupies. She first discovered her passion for social justice in high school through her involvement in restorative justice programs aimed at disrupting the school-to-prison pipeline, as well as her service on the California Association of Youth Courts Youth Advisory Board. In addition, she dedicated time to supporting developmentally disabled students, reflecting her deep-rooted passion for helping others in meaningful ways. Her commitment to advocacy and service continues at Berkeley, where she serves as the Director of Public Relations for the Black Pre-Law Association, working to help reduce systemic barriers to educational and professional pathways for Black students aspiring to enter the legal field. She is also a Peer Coordinator in the Student Learning Centerโ€™s Language Exchange Program, where she uses her love of language learning to foster belonging and connection among fellow students, and encourage cross-cultural awareness. Looking ahead, she aspires to continue serving historically marginalized communities through a career in psychology, with a particular interest in community-based and culturally responsive care. She hopes to combine advocacy, mental health support, and education to address systemic inequities and expand access to healing resources for youth and families. Ultimately, she aims to be a source of empowerment and support, contributing to long-term change by uplifting voices and strengthening communities. Interested in joining Vanessa at Democracy Camp? There's still time to apply! The deadline for 2027 Democracy Camp applications close on Sunday, November 1, at 11:59pm. Click the link in our bio to apply! #democracycamp #ucberkeley #matsuicenter #publicservice #opportunities
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We would like to introduce our Pathways to Federal Public Service student director, Iris De Leon! Iris De Leon is a fourth-year Political Science major at the University of California, Berkeley, with a minor in Public Policy. Her academic and professional focus is on advancing labor justice and equitable access to education, specifically on their impacts on immigrant and working-class communities. She has gained experience in labor organizing and coalition building through her internships with United Food and Commercial Workers Local 770 and American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Local 3299. Through Local 3299, Iris helped build student solidarity, leading to the passage of an Associated Students of the University of California strike fund. Which provided over 200 grocery bags to campus workers during their strike. She also works with the East Bay Sanctuary Covenant, assisting with asylum intakes, initial work permit applications, Spanish and English translation between attorneys and clients and audio court hearing transcription. She seeks opportunities at departments such as the Department of Labor and the U.S. Department of Education to contribute to equitable policies that advance labor and educational access.
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HAPPENING TOMORROW: Meet Vanessa, our Democracy Camp in Berkeley student director, at the Democracy Camp Student Info Session ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Democracy Camp in Berkeley is open to all majors and years. Bring your questions for the student panel! ๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, October 7th ๐Ÿ•• 6:00 - 7:30 PM ๐Ÿ“ IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Register via Eventbrite - link in bio ๐Ÿ“Œ Applications close Sunday, November 1st @ 11:59PM #BerkeleyIGS #UCBerkeley #MatsuiCenter #PublicService #DemocracyCamp
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Cal-In-Sacramento applications are due in ONE week! Swipe right to see a checklist of what is needed in order to submit your application!! ๐Ÿ“Œ Deadline: Sunday, October 4th, 2026 (11:59 PM) Please properly prepare in order to give yourself the best chances at this amazing opportunity! Cal-in-Sacramento, Application Materials. Due Sunday, October 4. Visit our website igs.berkeley.edu for the application!
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We asked our 2026 Pathway Fellows what they took away from their fellowship experience. Here's what they said! Interested in applying? Scan the QR code at the end of this video and check the link in our bio to apply. Don't forget, our deadline is Sunday, September 27th, 2026 (11:59 PM). #BerkeleyIGS #UCBerkeley #MatsuiCenter #PublicService #CalInTheCapitol
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Applications for Democracy Camp in Berkeley are open. ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Here's what the program involves before the November 1 deadline. ๐Ÿ‘‡ Democracy Camp in Berkeley is the Matsui Center's alternative spring break program: four days on campus over Berkeley's spring break (Monday, March 22 - Thursday, March 25, 2027). Participants meet with local and state leaders and get exposure to different sides of public service--legislative paths, community organizations, local and state government, legal fields, research, and philanthropy. Past cohorts have met with notable individuals such as John Bauters (Emeryville City Council member and former Mayor), staff from the California Immigrant Policy Center, as well as the CA Commission on Asian & Pacific Islander American Affairs. The week also includes professional development and skill-building workshops, such as a resume workshop and networking practice, plus a field trip to Sacramento to meet with professionals in the state capital. There's no cost to participate. The program covers meals for all four days, transit to Sacramento, and learning materials. Personal expenses like spring break housing and professional clothing are not covered. Democracy Camp is open to all majors and all years, including transfer students and seniors graduating in May 2027. Students need to be enrolled at Berkeley in Spring 2027, available in person for the full week, and able to attend a cohort welcome event and orientation during the spring semester. The program is especially recommended for underclassmen and first-year transfer students who are still discerning their career goals in government and public service. Democracy Camp in Berkeley ๐Ÿ“… Program Dates: March 22 โ€“ 25, 2027 ๐Ÿ“Œ Application Deadline: Sunday, November 1, 2026 @ 11:59PM Visit the link in our bio to apply. #BerkeleyIGS #UCBerkeley #MatsuiCenter #PublicService #DemocracyCamp
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Latinas and Latino men in California do not always assign the same importance to the issues shaping todayโ€™s political environment. A new brief from UCLA LPPI and the UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies (IGS) finds that Latinas are more likely than Latino men to prioritize protecting immigrant communities, opposition to the White House agenda, and defending democracy and voting rights when considering candidates for California governor. The gender differences are largest among voters under 30 and those without bachelorโ€™s degrees. Among college graduates, the gaps narrow substantially. The findings are based on a May 2026 poll of 1,912 California Latino registered voters, who were asked ๐ก๐จ๐ฐ ๐ข๐ฆ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐š๐ง๐ญ ๐ž๐š๐œ๐ก ๐ข๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ž ๐ฐ๐š๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ก๐ž๐ง ๐œ๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐ข๐๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐œ๐š๐ง๐๐ข๐๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ฌ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐ ๐จ๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐จ๐ซ. Read the brief at latino.ucla.edu or in the link in our bio!
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Want to learn how you can turn your interest in public service into hands-on experience? Join GenEq, QARC, and the IGS Matsui Center on September 23rd, 2026 for an afternoon focused on public service opportunities at IGS Matsui Center! Come hear about the IGS Matsui Center's fellowship and experiential learning programs, including opportunities to work in government, gain experience in public policy, and explore different pathways into public service. Whether you're already pursuing a career in public service or simply curious about what's out there, this is a chance to learn more, ask questions, and connect with the programs that can help you get there. IGS x GenEq x QARC Program Info Session ๐Ÿ“… Thursday, September 23, 2026 ๐Ÿ•“ 4:00 PM ๐Ÿ“ Queer Alliance Resource Center Hearst Field Annex, MC 4560 Building A, Room 15 Berkeley, CA 94720 Light refreshments and snacks will be provided! Learn more about: Washington Fellowship (UCDC) โ€” apply by Sept 17 Pathways to Federal Public Service โ€” apply by Sept 27 Cal-in-Sacramento Fellowship โ€” apply by Oct 4 Leonard D. Schaeffer Fellows in Government Service โ€” apply by Oct 4 Democracy Camp in Berkeley โ€” apply by Nov 1 RSVP using the QR code on our flyer! #BerkeleyIGS #UCBerkeley #MatsuiCenter #GenEq #QARC
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Want to know how you can turn your interest in public service into hands-on experience? Join the Black Pre-Law Association and the IGS Matsui Center on September 28th, 2026 for an evening focused on public service opportunities at IGS Matsui Center! Come hear about the IGS Matsui Center's fellowship and experiential learning programs, including opportunities to work in government, gain experience in public policy, and explore different pathways into public service. Whether you're already pursuing a career in public service or simply curious about what's out there, this is a chance to learn more, ask questions, and connect with the programs that can help you get there. BPLA x IGS Program Info Session ๐Ÿ“… Monday, September 28, 2026 ๐Ÿ•ก 6:30 PM โ€“ 8:00 PM ๐Ÿ“ The Harris Room, Philosophy Hall Philosophy Hall, Room 119 Berkeley CA 94720 Light refreshments and snacks will be provided! Learn more about: Cal-in-Sacramento Fellowship Leonard D. Schaeffer Fellows in Local Government Service Pathways to Federal Public Service Fellowship Democracy Camp in Berkeley Washington Fellowship (UCDC) RSVP using the QR code on our flyer! #BerkeleyIGS #UCBerkeley #MatsuiCenter #bpla #BerkeleyBlackPreLawAssociation
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One week until our Pathways to Federal Public Service Info Session! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Before you apply, here's a look at what our inaugural cohort of Pathways fellows got to experience during their time in DC. ๐Ÿ‘‡ While interning at public service offices ranging from Sen. Adam Schiff, Rep. John Garamendi, Rep. Doris Matsui, League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA), and the Department of Energy's Office of Multilateral Affairs, our fellows still found time to build community: meeting members of Congress, exploring the art and culture of Washington, DC, catching Broadway shows, boat rides, group dinners, and even a night out at Medieval Times! Pathways fellows don't just intern on the Hill, they build community and connections that last well beyond the summer. Want in? Join us next week to learn how you can apply for our spring cohort! Pathways to Federal Public Service Info Session ๐Ÿ“† Wednesday, September 16, 2026 ๐Ÿ•• 6:00PM - 7:30PM ๐Ÿ“ IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720 ๐Ÿ“Œ Application Deadline: Sunday, September 27, 2026 @ midnight Scan the QR code in our last slide to apply, or visit the link in our bio. #BerkeleyIGS #UCBerkeley #MatsuiCenter #PublicService #CalInTheCapitol Portrait of Britnee Stephen smiling with arms crossed, standing in front of an American flag.
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Are you a UC Berkeley student interested in exploring opportunities in public service? Join us next week for the IGS Matsui Centerโ€™s Program Info Session to learn more about the public service opportunities available through the IGS Matsui Center! Hosted in collaboration with @stiles_hall , @navigatingcal , and @calundocu , this info session is a great opportunity to learn more about public service programs available at the Matsui Center that can help you gain hands on experience, build your professional network, and explore careers in public service. IGS Matsui Center Program Info Session Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 Start Time: 6:00 PM Location: Stiles Hall 2400 C Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704 Light refreshments and snacks will be provided! Come learn more about opportunities including: โ€ข Cal-in-Sacramento Fellowship โ€ข Leonard D. Schaeffer Fellows in Government Service โ€ข Pathways to Federal Public Service โ€ข Democracy Camp in Berkeley โ€ข Washington Fellowship (UCDC) RSVP using the link provided and follow @matsuicenter for updates and announcements! Questions? Reach out to the Matsui Center or connect with us at the info session. #berkeleyigs #ucberkeley #matsuicenter #publicservice Image description: A promotional flyer for the IGS Matsui Center Program Info Session. The flyer features the IGS Matsui Center logo and lists several public service opportunities, including the Cal-in-Sacramento Fellowship, Leonard D. Schaeffer Fellows in Government Service, Pathways to Federal Public Service, Democracy Camp in Berkeley, and Washington Fellowship (UCDC) and the respective program deadlines. The event is hosted in collaboration with Stiles Hall, NavCal, and the Undocumented Students Program. The flyer states that the event will take place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Stiles Hall, located at 2400 C Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704. It also notes that light refreshments and snacks will be provided and includes a QR code to RSVP. On the upper right side of the flyer is a photo of Congresswoman Doris Matsui with a group of students.
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Are you a UC Berkeley undergrad who wants to be a change-maker at the federal level? Join us in 2 weeks at the Matsui Center's Pathways to Federal Public Service Info Session to learn how you can spend spring and summer 2027 in Washington, DC, in collaboration with the UC Berkeley CalInTheCapital program. The Pathways to Federal Public Service Fellowship pairs spring coursework on federal politics and policymaking with a 9-week summer residency and public service internship in DC, complete with free housing and a living stipend. Open to all majors and class years, including graduating seniors and transfer students, as long as you're also accepted into the Cal in the Capital (CITC) Program for Spring 2027. Pathways to Federal Public Service Info Session ๐Ÿ“† Wednesday, September 16, 2026 ๐Ÿ•• 6:00PM - 7:30PM ๐Ÿ“ IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720 RSVP at the link in our bio ๐Ÿ“Œ Application Deadline: September 27, 2026 @ 11:59PM Scan the QR code to apply, or visit the link in our bio. Questions about Pathways? Email matsuicenter@berkeley.edu. Questions about CITC? Email calinthecapital@gmail.com. #BerkeleyIGS #UCBerkeley #MatsuiCenter #PublicService #CalInTheCapitol Image description: At the top left is a photo of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial with a group of students, and at the top right is a group photo of program participants posing indoors. Below, the left side lists info session details (date, time, location) with a QR code to apply and the application deadline. The right side lists program highlights in white and pink text: spring coursework, a 9-week DC residency and internship, and free housing with a living stipend. A white box at the bottom right contains two QR codes for Pathways and CITC program questions. Graphic with info session logistics and QR codes for the Pathways to Federal Public Service Program, alongside photos from Washington, DC
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