CV

African American Experiences

African American History

African Culture

African Diaspora

Feminism

Black Feminism

Identity

Public Policy

Reproductive Health

Strategic Planning

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Purdue University Global West Lafayette, Indiana 2018-2021

Bachelor of Science, Legal Support & Services Concentration in Paralegal, Cum Laude

Relevant Courses

American Women (SS360)

Critical Thinking (HU345)

Advanced Legal Research and Writing (LS244)

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, Florida 2011-2013

Undergraduate English Program

Relevant Courses

Theories & Technical Literature (ENG 3048)

Contemporary Literature (LIT 4083)

The American Novel I (AML 4101)

Andrade Williams, M. How My Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis Helped Me Realize Just How Much Therapy Matters. 2019. Blavity.

Andrade Williams, M., other authors. Our own right to life: Why abortion bans threaten Black Maternal Health. 2023. Tallahassee Democrat.

Andrade Williams, M. Justice for Ajike “AJ” Owens. 2024. Spoken Black Girl.

Andrade Williams, M. (2023, August) Grassroots Organizing 101. Student Organizing Summit. Orlando, Florida.

Panelist, Living in a Post-Roe World: Understanding the Implications of the Dobbs Decision. October 14, 2022. Paul C. Perkins Bar Association, Planned Parenthood of Southwest, Central Florida.

Panelist, Advancing Racial Health Equity Through Policy and Advocacy. February 3, 2023. Southern Region of the National Black Law Student Association.

Panelist, What to Watch in Florida Politics: The 15 Week Abortion Ban. Feb. 8, 2022. The Comms Hub.

Moderator, Floridians Fight for Repro Freedom. February 7, 2022. Black in Repro.

Panelist, Through Her Lens: Post Florida Session. April 4, 2022. ACLU of Florida.

Moderator, Building for Liberation: Centering Black Mamas, Black Families, and Black Systems of Care. April 13, 2022.

Grant Writing, United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (2016)

Principal Consultant September 2020 –Present

MWRD LLC

• Conducts research to assist clients in strategic planning, management and development.

• Facilitates strategies for creative writing for client’s internal and external communications needs including business copy, social media materials, and employee manuals.

• Edits, proofreads and writes various forms of content.

• Delivers speeches, speaks on panels, creates trainings and presentations.

Legislative Manager January 2022– May 2024

Florida Alliance of Planned Parenthood Affiliates

• Edits and drafts internal organizational policy on the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee.

• Drafts policy analysis, summaries, fact sheets and talking points on Planned Parenthood issues for members of the legislature, their staff, affiliates, volunteers and coalition partners

• Educates members of the state legislature and their staff on reproductive health and related legislation.

Customer Support Specialist October 2015 – September 2020

Customer Operations, City of Tallahassee

• Created four new internal contact lists to facilitate new employee’s development.

• Authored articles for internal newsletter.

• Coordinated two new efforts to streamline continuing education of employees within training department.

• Accelerated approach to client resolutions by contributing to development of effective procedures for new hire classes of 10+ employees.

Co-Founder August 2012 – August 2014

Dream Defenders

• Created presentations, and developed trainings, to educate college students and community members on the legislative process.

• Drafted policy analysis, fact sheets and created flyers to educate college students, members of the public, the legislature, and coalition partners.

• Represented Dream Defenders in high level dialogue on major public policy and campaign initiatives.

Second Place Essay, FAMU English Department Annual Writing Contest April 2012

• “Reconciliation Food”

Third Place Short Story, FAMU English Department Annual Writing Contest April 2012

• “Clipped”

NEO Philanthropy, Reproductive Justice Advocacy Grant, $30,000 November 2022

Drafted a grant proposal and managed the grant over a 5-month time period, hosting a conference of 30 members from across the state to engage in training and legislative advocacy.

NEO Philanthropy, Reproductive Justice Advocacy Grant, $35,000 September 2023

Drafted a grant proposal and co-facilitated a work retreat engaging in training and strategic planning.

Founding Member June 2016– December 2021

Melanin Mothers Meet

• Engaged black mothers at higher risk of postpartum depression and isolation in creative events, family focused initiatives and direct service initiatives.

• Drafted internal and external communications, created agendas and facilitated meetings with the leadership team.

Mission Volunteer February 2013-December 2014

Children of Inmates Initiative, Living Stones International

• Facilitated interactions with children and their incarcerated parents during “special bonding visits”.

• Assisted with Farm Share and Second Harvest Food Distribution.

Curriculum Facilitator June 2013-August 2013

Reading and Writing, Magnolia Terrance Summer STEM Enrichment Program

• Tutored elementary and middle school students in primarily reading and writing.

• Assisted the Executive Director in planning and conflict resolution.

• Recruited volunteers for the program.

Mentor September 2012-April 2013

After School Program, Apalachee Ridge Technology Learning Center

• Tutored middle school students in primarily reading, writing and computer skills.

• Engaged the students in conversations surrounding personal growth and planning for their futures.

Creative Writing

Research

Qualitative Data Analysis

Microsoft

Public Speaking