PRIORITIES
While the role of the City Clerk is administrative in nature, Vanessa Joseph plans to use her professional relationships and influence to bring additional services to the community.
Making information and updates more accessible
Establishing regular community forums
Streamlining constituent requests
Developing business initiatives for startups
Assisting existing businesses with expansion
Creating citywide partnerships to enhance economic developments
To learn more, connect with Vanessa during one of her campaign events or contact her for a one-on-one chat.
MEET VANESSA JOSEPH
Passionate Servant Leader
Vanessa Joseph is a well-respected attorney who works for a notable nonprofit organization. She began her work in immigration and human rights as a law student during her tenure in two legal clinics where she was able to advocate on behalf of the immigrant community of South Florida. Today, Vanessa continues to provide legal services to vulnerable populations. In addition to representing low-income immigrants, Vanessa conducts information sessions for immigrant detainees to inform them of their rights and court processes. Her work at the detention centers has led to her servicing thousands of men, women and children. Whether it be self-help workshops, group or individual orientations….RESUME
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
- American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) South Florida Chapter
- State and Local Issues Committee, Chair
- Pro Bono Committee, Member
- Office of Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA) Committee, Member
- Haitian Lawyers Association (HLA), Secretary
- Haitian American Professionals Coalition (HAPC), Secretary
- FANM (Family Action Network Movement; formerly known as Fanm Ayisyen Nan Miami, translated “Haitian Women of Miami”), Advisory Board Member
- Casa Valentina, Board Member
- Sant La Fellows, Fellow
- New Leaders Council South Florida, Fellow
- Principal TODAY at Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center (2017)
- Keynote Speaker at Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center Promotional Ceremony (2018)
- Democratic Haitian American Caucus of Florida, Member
- Northeast Corridor Working Group/Together for Children, Member
EDUCATION
University of Miami School of Law
- Juris Doctor, December 2014
University of Miami
- Master of Public Administration, May 2011
- Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science, May 2010
HONORS
- Haitian American Chamber of Commerce 20 Young Professionals Under 40 Award (2017)
- Legacy Magazine South Florida 40 Under 40 Honoree (2017)
- Pearls of Wisdom, Star Award Honoree (2017)
- CALI Excellence for the Future Award (2014)